1970s Numbered Christian Dior Off Shoulder Dress designer-victor-costa almost weightless nude silk chiffon

almost weightless nude silk chiffon and the jacket is unlined

The way its moves when you twirl is amazing

This same rhinestone string is used to create on shoulder strap

A slit on the leg adds a bit of flash when you move

I love that the chiffon is edged in a wide swath of lace - it helps to weigh it down and is a beautiful finishing touch

1970s Numbered Christian Dior Off Shoulder Dress designer-victor-costa almost weightless nude silk chiffonThis is an amazing example of the power of a simple silk jersey and the right cut! When I purchased this many years ago it was from the estate of a former model who was given it in exchange for her work on the runway, a common practice at the time. As a result it has the original runway sample, handwritten label, as well the interior Christian Dior label. It has some wonderful late seventies details like those incredible sleeves that when on appear to