1940s Jean Patou Haute Couture Strapless Black Silk Chiffon Dress w Tiered Full Skirt designer-adrian It gives the dress the

It gives the dress the most amazing finish and the fabric has just a touch of weight to it that helps to hold the shape

The neck line is set wide across so you can wear it completely off of the shoulder for a bare expanse of skin to show

Built-in underneath is a bit of a specialized padding that runs the width of that and then extends out just past the seam into the arms about a quarter of an inch

This just adds to its vintage appeal

1940s Jean Patou Haute Couture Strapless Black Silk Chiffon Dress w Tiered Full Skirt designer-adrian It gives the dress theThis is an exceptionally beautiful Jean Patou silk chiffon dress that is an absolute masterpiece. It is an important and early representation of both the house of Patou and the level of Haute Couture being produced during this time period. Jean Patou once said "Certain dressmakers desire to pass for an artist. I have one ambition: that is to have good taste." and this dress is the very epitome of that statement. The dress is made entirely by hand and