1960s Corded Mr. Blackwell Custom Gown designer-balmain puffed sleeve

puffed sleeve

There is one silver bead missing on one sleeve but I moved them slightly and it is not noticeable - I am just being very accurate

I have seen bits of this before but this is the first time I have seen the entire outfit as a whole and it is fantastic

It has a high neckline with an exaggerated and ruffled collar

edgy jacket by the great Yohji Yamamoto

1960s Corded Mr. Blackwell Custom Gown designer-balmain puffed sleeveReally fantastic long, lean gown that combines the simplicity of a little black dress with the customs workmanship and impact of that highly appliqued skirt! The top portion is all seamed to follow your curves in a simple sleeveless almost shift like shape, with the waist gently defined. A scooped neckline adds to the simplicity. The lower portion of the gown is anything but simple though! It is meticulously and carefully appliques with flat cream