1960s Ossie Clark for Quorum Maxi Dress designer-john-galliano Valentino always must add a

Valentino always must add a touch of romantic femininity and this is done with that fabulous ruffle edge at the hem

Each of this two piece set is completely covered in hand placed

The fabric is a swirl of psychedelic pattern in pinks and purples and grounded by deep blues

Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam at the piping - open below

The back is left open and a button is set at the neck

1960s Ossie Clark for Quorum Maxi Dress designer-john-galliano Valentino always must add aThis is a very, very early rendition of what would go onto become one of Ossie's most famous and recognizable designs. This late 1960s, possibly early 1970s maxi is based loosely on a "graduation" gown mixed with the flowing softness and drape he was renowned for and a dash of sex. The front plunges in a deep square cut to the empire waist. An attached tie wraps around and gives the gown and the wearer shape and keeps the plunge from moving about. The