1970s Silver Applique Velvet Victor Costa Gown designer-todd-oldham Shoulders: 14" flat across from

Shoulders: 14" flat across from seam to seam

This is done from top to toe making the gown a good weight when you lift it but once on it perfectly balances and feels comfortable

This hat is sublime

Helena Barbieri pieces are as rare as rare can be and I am blessed to have had some wonderful examples on the site and now this stunning dress & jacket set

The base is a silk-cotton mix with a slight polished look to it

1970s Silver Applique Velvet Victor Costa Gown designer-todd-oldham Shoulders: 14" flat across fromThis late seventies gown from Victor Costa is pretty fabulous. I am not normally a huge fan of velvets but for some reason the edgy mix of the black edged silver lame detailing puts this gown into a category all on its own. It is cut to hug every curve and follow the lines of the girl wearing it. It has a sexy rounded and scooped bodice that gives it an Old Hollywood feel and I love how the silver detailing is set so it trails up and over the top