1960s Dramatic Black Silk Taffeta Pauline Trigere Gown designer-givenchy The bodice is a masterpiece

The bodice is a masterpiece with just over 2 inches of tightly sewn

pale green

He joined the other designers of that time that were fascinated with print designs

The taper slightly as they near the cuff

flat pleats built around the torso of the dress but so carefully done that the design in the silk appears unbroken

1960s Dramatic Black Silk Taffeta Pauline Trigere Gown designer-givenchy The bodice is a masterpieceThis is an over the top, unbelievable silk taffeta gown in a black silk taffeta by the great Pauline Trigere. The dress is both simple and at the same time elaborate and dramatic. Simple in that has been done in one solid color and the lines are so very classic but there the simplicity stops. The skirt cascades to the floor and the yards and yards that make it are create volume and drama. The bodice is fitted with a wide low and straight across neck.