1971 Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Dress designer-victor-costa The jacket is fully lined

The jacket is fully lined in handset

Shoulders: dropped 18"

Over this simple piece a screened cape-like piece floats it just slips over the head and buttons at the neck

flat round sequins in a weightless silk chiffon base

The side swag detailing are lined in dressmakers paper so that they hold their shape

1971 Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Dress designer-victor-costa The jacket is fully linedThis is a stunning day dress and a beautiful example of couture during this time period. Best of all it is the same pattern as the evening piece worn and documented by Catherine Deneuve! The dress is constructed on an impeccable level. The silk is very fine and has a snake print in green the completely covers it from shoulder to hem. The bodice is cut to skim and the waist cinches in. You can give it further definition with the matching belt! The