1960s Nat Kaplan Silk Brocade Midi Dress w Elaborate Crystal Detailing designer-fred-perlberg The cut is a forgiving

The cut is a forgiving shift shape that falls fairly straight from the shoulders to the waist and then flares out a bit more to the hem

then you will absolutely love this original 1980s dress

Made of a thicker cotton

This is exactly what I am talking about - it is made of a slinky brown silk jersey and drapes and moves beautifully

Excellent condition and the fabric really reacts nicely to the light - much better in person

1960s Nat Kaplan Silk Brocade Midi Dress w Elaborate Crystal Detailing designer-fred-perlberg The cut is a forgivingNat Kaplan was a dress manufacturer that opened in 1935 and produced well made mid range garments for about 50 years. They tended to use great fabrics and the pieces were finely tailored. Fit was paramount and they did not skimp on details to give their clients amazing value for their money. This dress is beautiful and and very feminine feeling. The bodice is fitted with little cap sleeves. The waist is set high and is detailed with a pretty flat bow