1970s Vivid Print Silk Jersey Print Leonard Maxi Dress designer-janice-wainwright this dress has a certain

this dress has a certain air of youth and experimentation  then did his later work

The cut is very caftan feeling - my mannequin is a size 4-6 and it is not pinned on her

Waist: stretches 16-18" comfortably measured flat across from side seam to side seam

I have done some research on this label and have some to the conclusion that this is a dress made by the makers of what was to become the infamous Lucille de Paris handbag line

1991  /  Image from the book 'Alaia- Azzedine Alaia in the 21st Century

1970s Vivid Print Silk Jersey Print Leonard Maxi Dress designer-janice-wainwright this dress has a certainLeonard Paris is a label that was a contemporary of Emilio Pucci but Leonard dresses tend to be a touch softer and more draped versions of the Pucci look for the most part. This one is a stunning example of that and a delicious combination of vivid print on a jet black backdrop. I love the simple collared neckline that has a slight cowl effect and the gathered shoulders that add a little extra detail. It has the signature contrasting panel of design