Documented 1971 Malcolm Starr Sequin Covered Dress designer-lanvin The collar is in excellent

The collar is in excellent condition and its only flaw is a slight discoloration to the interior lining near the upper back - which of course does not show when on

The top slips on and has a zipper at the neck

once you lay it flat you see the peaked

He was known for his fantastical and outrageous creations and used objects and materials never before used in hat making

Made out of a heavy gold silk

Documented 1971 Malcolm Starr Sequin Covered Dress designer-lanvin The collar is in excellentI always love being able to date a piece and when this wonderful little Malcolm Starr dress landed in my studio I instantly remembered seeing it before. Its twin was used in a 1971 Harper's Bazaar editorial. The dress is a glamorous take on the more fitted silhouette of the day. The base fabric has a slight stretch to it and a gorgeous pattern that has a slight far East feel to it. Over this is are glossy clear sequins that entirely cover the dress.