1990 Yves Saint Laurent Colourful Abstract Print Shirtwaister Dress 60s_Ball_Gown 6 cm)Shoulders - 16 in

6 cm)Shoulders - 16 in

At some point a modern zip fastening was added on the left side

The peach silk crepe is wonderfully soft and the bodice is intricately embellished with crystal toned oval beads in floral clusters amidst a delicate web of silver rocaille beadwork

almost grey blue

This remarkable organza and net couture piece is embellished throughout with hand-made silk flowers

1990 Yves Saint Laurent Colourful Abstract Print Shirtwaister Dress 60s_Ball_Gown 6 cm)Shoulders - 16 inThis staple dress is from the 1990 A W Rive Gauche collection from Yves Saint Laurent. The simple lines create a classic silhouette that can be dressed up or down as evident in the runway pictures where both the print and design were featured in separate looks. The dress hits right at the knees and buttons up to the collar with 6 x striking gold flower etched buttons. The dress is delicately pleated at its yoke and cuffs adding a soft texture to this