1960s Dramatic Silk Scarf Arm Lilli Diamond Floral Dress designer-bessi It works in the city

It works in the city

Above that the back is open to the neck where a there is a hook & eye

This same contrasting border is used twice around the hem for added drama and detailing

Elbaz's collection was a feat of technical genius

1960s Dramatic Silk Scarf Arm Lilli Diamond Floral Dress designer-bessi It works in the cityThis dramatic scarf arm silhouette was wildly popular in the late sixties and this is a great example of that look. It is made of a silk crepe that has a lovely floral print screened over it in with the print washed over at the edges like a fine watercolor. It has a simple cut mixed with the drama of the arms and is a real little beauty. The bodice is cut to skim over the bust with a scooped neckline and back. The waist nips in with vertical seaming