Minimalist 1970s Pierre Balmain Numbered Haute Couture Rich Red Silk Dress w Knife Pleat Detailing designer-sybil-connolly The waist is defined with

The waist is defined with a broad band of silk jersey that has the same pattern but is set horizontally within stripes of colour

What a beautiful example of the early swing or day dress as it evolved form the more tubular flapper to a more fitted silhouette

The bodice has a hand stitched

Fully lined through the bodice in a blue silky rayon and the skirt has the added layer of tulle

Minimalist 1970s Pierre Balmain Numbered Haute Couture Rich Red Silk Dress w Knife Pleat Detailing designer-sybil-connolly The waist is defined withPierre Balmain began his career at Molyneux where he worked part time until 1936. After a brief stint serving in the military he landed at the house of Lucian Lelong. He eventually made the leap to independence and his first show was held on October 12th, 1945 at his salon at rue Francois 1er. This is a dress that perfectly shows that Haute Couture does not always have to be an elaborate over the top creation. Sometimes the beauty of couture lies in