1950s Luis Estevez Black Silk Front Plunge Dress designer-philip-hulitar Hidden pickets on each hip

Hidden pickets on each hip and one along the seam of the interior

Absolutely gorgeous and in excellent condition

Inside it is fully lined in stiffened muslin so it has a full feel with or without a crinoline

Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

The top is cut with a nod to a jacket in feel with its dramatic pointed collar and button cuffs on the sleeves

1950s Luis Estevez Black Silk Front Plunge Dress designer-philip-hulitar Hidden pickets on each hipLuis Estevez worked for Jean Patou for two years before starting his own label in 1955. Here we have a truly beautiful and exceptional piece that was designed during this first few years of his career. It is impeccably constructed and cut to follow a girl's curves and highlight them. The bodice is cut with a beautiful curved plunge that shows off the bust to full advantage. It is also cut wide across the shoulders so you see the collar bones. This