1970s Bill Blass Dramatic Pink & Purple Ruffled Bow Silk Dress designer-emma-domb change to a burgundy that

change to a burgundy that matches the silk underneath and finally

it is scooped into a low V and this sit above a tightly spaced row of buttons

Princess Paola of Belgium

The waist has a pretty detailing it to highlight and the skirt's hem is anchored with horsehair ribbon to help keep the suggestion of fullness

It is now time for them to retire

1970s Bill Blass Dramatic Pink & Purple Ruffled Bow Silk Dress designer-emma-domb change to a burgundy thatThis is the second time I have had a version of this dress in the shop and it is just as good this time around. This one is also a larger size which is not always easy to find in vintage. It is made from a high grade silk satin that combines a vivid pink with a deep and regal purple color. A huge pink bow rises above one shoulder in the most dramatic way. This appears to anchor a wide sash that wraps around the bodice to the back enveloping the wearer