Spectacular 1970s Lanvin by Jules-Francois Crahay Off or On the Shoulder Draped Jersey Dress designer-norman-hartnell Item# D614

Item# D614

12" W x 10" H x 3" D - the handle adds 14

The bead work continues around and down through the curve of the low set back and then down the front to the waist on the front

I love the design screened onto the challis - the colors are a perfect compliment to each other with their muted black and green mix that will go with almost anything

Item# D468

Spectacular 1970s Lanvin by Jules-Francois Crahay Off or On the Shoulder Draped Jersey Dress designer-norman-hartnell Item# D614This dress was designed by Belgian born Jules Francois Crahay, who headed the Lanvin ateliers from 1964 1984. His time at the Lanvin label is one of my personal favourites for the house. He was known for being a genius at print and colour but he also pushed the envelope in terms of using cutting edge fabrics available during this time period. This dress is a spectacular example of that. All of the detailing that you see is done purely through the