Brilliant Spring 1987 Arnold Scaasi Off Shoulder Silk Twill Floral Dress w Pouf Skirts Documented coral and purple

coral and purple

The skirt flows out from under this corseted bodice and has the illusion of wrapping around the hips

Bust: 24" flat across from side seam to side seam and widens to 25" at the hem

Unlined and you step into it to wear

but it is certainly nice to be able to separate and wear them with with other items

Brilliant Spring 1987 Arnold Scaasi Off Shoulder Silk Twill Floral Dress w Pouf Skirts Documented coral and purpleThis dress is by Arnold Scassi and I love the vivid floral fabric choice that he used for this one. Scaasi worked under Charles James at the start of his career and many of his gowns reflect this early influence. His boutique line was launched in 1984 and was high end ready to wear and very expensive. Pieces from it often have a demi couture level finish and really are an extension of his couture line. This one is especially fabulous because its twin