1960s Applique & Chiffon Mollie Parnis designer-halston a almost silver chenille ribbon

a almost silver chenille ribbon and pale lavender all woven and thatched through each other

This could have fit in perfectly on the YSL runway this season with its fabulous bow at the neck and black and white checked pattern

You can actually tuck in the straps and wear this as a strapless piece if you wish

It is very Chanel in feel and has the same high level of technique used

Shows organized in conjunction with the Tim Jocelyn Art Foundation have followed at the Textile Museum of Canada

1960s Applique & Chiffon Mollie Parnis designer-halston a almost silver chenille ribbonAbsolutely stunning pale yellow chiffon full length dress by Mollie Parnis, one of my favorite American designers! The dress is slightly paler then how it has photoed a very soft and romantic shade of whipped lemon. The outermost layer of chiffon has a pale silk layer under it and an additional layer of organza under that this really gives the fabric depth an texture and a floating romantic feel. The floral applique is heat set directly onto the