Incredible 1970s Bill Blass Floral Metallic Thread Embroidered Silk Harem Pants z-archive-oscardelarenta The New York boutique launched

The New York boutique launched in the fall of 1970 and it caused a sensation

The ribbon has a more satin finish that contrasts beautifully against the more matte silk of the dress

For the skirt the lining is a gorgeous contrasting pink floral print on a white backdrop

The dress is made of a light cotton voile with that is covered in a beautiful floral print

More embroidery is worked across the top of the shoulders and onto each sleeve

Incredible 1970s Bill Blass Floral Metallic Thread Embroidered Silk Harem Pants z-archive-oscardelarenta The New York boutique launchedBill Blass launched his label in 1970 when he bought out the Maurice Rentner label and re launched it under his own name. Blass was arguably one of the most famous of the American designers. His forte was the ability to mix simple styles with unexpected materials in way that was very flattering to the wearer. These pants are so unusual and I absolutely love them. This is the type of piece that you are only going to find in vintage. These are based on