1970s Ossie Clark Metallic Green & Silver Lurex Knit Lame Plunge Dress designer-issey-miyake The Met Museum

The Met Museum

It definitely has volume but does seem to create bulk like some feather pieces can

This little quirk of a detail that utilized a traditional element in an non-traditional way is a hallmark of her work

Pieces that were made while Hubert de Givenchy still headed the atelier seem to be even more special to me then ones that are more recent

I love the fullness of the "sleeves " giving it an almost caped effect since the come right out from the waist and then drape over the seam at the waist

1970s Ossie Clark Metallic Green & Silver Lurex Knit Lame Plunge Dress designer-issey-miyake The Met MuseumThe cut of this dress is a version of what would go on to become one of Ossie's most famous and recognizable designs. It is from the late 1960s to early 1970s time period and is is a fabulous representation of his work. What sets this one apart from the dresses you often see from him is the amazing semi transparent green and silver metallic knit lurex fabric. It is ultra light and drapes beautifully. The silver threads that run through it give is a