Gorgeous 1960s Alberto Fabiani Roma Black Dress w Elaborate Beaded Cord Detail Starter This gives it a wrap

This gives it a wrap over effect that is very pretty

The cut of it is highlighted further by a wide band of purple cotton velvet

Very well made and both pieces are of a good solid weight but do not feel cumbersome when on

Over this inner structure lies the feather printed silk chiffon which is attached and draped around and over the top of the bodice

Gorgeous 1960s Alberto Fabiani Roma Black Dress w Elaborate Beaded Cord Detail Starter This gives it a wrapThis gorgeous little dress is by the Italian designer Alberto Fabiani. His work is held in Museums around the world including The Met and they have a nice little summary of him that I will share here; 'Alberto Fabiani was a well received Italian designer, rising to fame in the 1950s. He was known for his classic designs and flattering silhouettes. Interestingly, he married one of his contemporaries, Simonneta Visconti, previously Duchessa Simonetta