Rare c.1986 Fabrice Couture Off Shoulder Beaded Black Dress w Pastel Pink Lower Skirts designer-ceil-chapman Hand dyed silk crepe that

Hand dyed silk crepe that has a stunning texture to it is the basis of this masterpiece

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper

Under that the skirt is made up of multiple layers of silk chiffon

It was sourced from the daughter of the original client and it is wonderful

The seam under that hides the zipper and then there is a second bow just above the bottom of the skirt and over a flounce of fabric that extends longer then the rest of the hem

Rare c.1986 Fabrice Couture Off Shoulder Beaded Black Dress w Pastel Pink Lower Skirts designer-ceil-chapman Hand dyed silk crepe thatThe Shrimpton Couture Archives This is a stunning and rare dress designed by Coty Award winning, Haitian born designer, Fabrice Simon. He was one of the preeminent black designers during this time period and pieces by him are very hard to find. It is the very near twin of the piece worn by Cornelia Guest in the photo that we have added here. His clothes were worn by some of entertainments most famous names Kathleen Turner, Natalie Cole and Whitney