1970s Ted Lapidus Silk Shirt Dress Christmas_dress with artfully tailored bias-cut sections

with artfully tailored bias-cut sections through the floor-length skirt adding volume and fluidity of movement

The underside has been lined in pewter jacquard floral fabric outlined with a grosgrain ribbon

This enchanting vintage dress was created in the 1930s

A remarkable garment and in excellent archival condition with no issues

there are no issues of any note

1970s Ted Lapidus Silk Shirt Dress Christmas_dress with artfully tailored bias-cut sectionsA stylish 1970s daywear piece by revered designer Ted Lapidus who began his long fashion career at the house of Dior before branching out on his own in 1951. He is known for his unisex style of dressing and was worn by leading French stars of the day including Brigitte Bardot and Francoise Hardy. This is a boutique piece and is classic and understated French chic at its best. The style of the dress is almost tunic like and could easily be worn as a