1970s Trompe l'oeil Roberta de Camerino Dress mao-hide There is a patch of

There is a patch of missing sequins on the back shoulder that is mainly covered by the collar and there are some small parts of rows where the sequins are missing

Bodice length: 15" from shoulder to bottom waist band

This creates movement and the effect when on is just fabulous

This makes it very flattering and gives the wearer a beautiful long

A very dramatic chiffon gown by the designer best known for dressing Marylin Monroe - Travilla

1970s Trompe l'oeil Roberta de Camerino Dress mao-hide There is a patch ofSuperb Trompe l'oell Roberta de Camerino. This is of course what he was known for his cleverly screened dresses gave the appearance of elaborate dinner suits. He did them on poly jerseys like this one this fabric was cutting edge at the time and held colour magnificently. It has enough weight to hold the shape as he desired but to still drape and move beautifully on the wearer. It is virtually wrinkle free and easy to travel with. I love the design