1950s Jacques Heim Demi Couture Black Velvet Applique Dress brooch A sophisticated 1980s haute couture

A sophisticated 1980s haute couture mid-length dress cut from black linen by Pierre Balmain circa 1984-1986

There are 2 x larger buttons measuring 1

the jacket was roomy on her and the skirt fit her well

only matching brocade featured on the petticoat is visible beneath

SHOULDERS - 41 in

1950s Jacques Heim Demi Couture Black Velvet Applique Dress brooch A sophisticated 1980s haute coutureLate 1950s to 1960s Jacques Heim demi couture cocktail dress with a lovely and unusual velvet trim design. It has a wide boatneck and short sleeves, which feature a black velvet panel with intricate swirl detail. The main body of the dress is cut from a structured raw silk, with gorgeous bust seam detail to the front. The waistband creates a lovely feminine silhouette and has pleated detail to the skirt, which is finished with a matching velvet trim.