Chic 1960s Malcolm Starr by Elinor Simmons Gold Metallic Brocade Dress & Jacket Set designer-michaele-vollbracht On what would traditionally be

On what would traditionally be the back that plunge extends down and past the ribbon under the bust to leave an open triangle of skin showing below the waist

The jacket is made out of American mink that has been pieced together with a complex technique that used little strips of the fur like a fabric

The bird was beaded as a separate piece and then hand applied

Cut pin-up style that is all curves and sexiness missed with girl next door innocence

It is interesting to note that even the sleeves are lined in the same silk crepe that rest of the dress is - this is an extra step and most designers skip it to save fabric - it is really a sign of the care and thought out into the piece

Chic 1960s Malcolm Starr by Elinor Simmons Gold Metallic Brocade Dress & Jacket Set designer-michaele-vollbracht On what would traditionally beThis is the work of Elinor Simmons who designed for the Malcolm Starr label from the early 1960s to 1972. She excelled at the metallic and chic pieces that the label was known for and this is a wonderful example of her work. It is even better in person. It is a really gorgeous little set. This set has a simple cut that is made glamorous by the wonderful fabric choice. The fabric has a raised print that has been created by the way the fabric is