1970s Yves Saint Laurent Challis Blue Dress designer-louis-feraud They are as crisp and

They are as crisp and true now as when this was first made

This is an exquisite example of his work and is constructed to couture standards with hand finishes and couture detailing

Over this a floating panel of chiffon sits attached across the shoulders with tiny flat knife pleats - so difficult to execute perfectly with this type of fabric

This fabric choice helps to holds its slightly A-line shape that has a bit of fullness to it

Note that there is a slight change of texture and small area of color near the front buttons

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Challis Blue Dress designer-louis-feraud They are as crisp andThis is a classic YSL silhouette done in one of the most beautiful blues he ever produced! The neck can be left open as shown or closed with a single button to leave a keyhole. The tie sash that comes with it can be worn around the neck and the dress left full or used to create shape at the waist as I have done. The sleeves are tremendously full above a wide buttoned cuff. The upper shoulders are lined and the rest left unlined. The closer you get the