Documented 1971 Malcolm Starr Sequin Covered Dress designer-lanvin Made out of a heavy

Made out of a heavy gold silk

once you lay it flat you see the peaked

In typical Biba fashion

The collar is in excellent condition and its only flaw is a slight discoloration to the interior lining near the upper back - which of course does not show when on

The results were dresses like this one that weigh only a few ounces and are incredibly easy to wear and look fantastic

Documented 1971 Malcolm Starr Sequin Covered Dress designer-lanvin Made out of a heavyI always love being able to date a piece and when this wonderful little Malcolm Starr dress landed in my studio I instantly remembered seeing it before. Its twin was used in a 1971 Harper's Bazaar editorial. The dress is a glamorous take on the more fitted silhouette of the day. The base fabric has a slight stretch to it and a gorgeous pattern that has a slight far East feel to it. Over this is are glossy clear sequins that entirely cover the dress.