Friday, April 29, 2011

1970s Michael Novarese Goddess Gown

Dramatic ostrich feathers are found all along the hem and draped sleeve on this 1970s evening gown by Michael Novarese.

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Vintage 70s Hand Embroidered Dress

A vintage 1970's ethnic Mexican dress has hand embroidered flowers on the yoke and front of dress.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

1950s White Lace Wedding Gown

This 1950s wedding dress is composed of row after row of scalloped lace.  The lace has an eyelash treatment along the scallops.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Vintage 1990s Celine Pencil Skirt

A vintage 90s Celine skirt is fashioned for a woven wool stripe fabric.

Monday, April 25, 2011

1970s Christos Wedding Gown

This 1970s wedding gown by Christos has lace appliques on satin.  The applique is cut from the lace fabric used on the skirt and hand sewn in place.

Friday, April 22, 2011

Vintage 20s 30s Tea Party Embroidered Peasant Dress


The bodice of an early vintage cotton voile dress has hand embroidered flowers on the bodice and smocking at the waist.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

1950s Maxwell Shieff Evening Dress

This 1950s party dress by Maxwell Shieff has beaded leaf appliques on the bodice.  The skirt is made entirely of larger petals.