1970s Arjon California 'Bandana" Scarf Tiered Navy Halter Dress designer-ruben-panis silky rayon with the sleeves

silky rayon with the sleeves and peplum left unlined

There is a surprising amount of fabric used to construct it so that you get lots of movement when you walk or move

the dress is made of a combination of silk and appliqued netting

Note that the buttons show patina where the top layer of silver coating has degraded

Lean sleeves and high neck complete the look

1970s Arjon California 'Bandana" Scarf Tiered Navy Halter Dress designer-ruben-panis silky rayon with the sleevesThis is a fabulous find. It is an early seventies scarf or bandanna dress made of a light cotton mix fabric and has a beautiful deep navy print in a variety of stylized little flowers, dots and striped. It is made from several printed layers and each has a distinctive print for contrast. The bodice has a cute little triangle of fabric at the neckline on the back and front. The sides scoop super low into the high waist and it ties at the top of each