Fall 1973 Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe Black Silk Dress w Gold Beaded Bodice designer-philip-hulitar This one has a matching

This one has a matching tie belt that will allow you to cinch on the waist for more shape if you wish

It closes with the fur hooks down the front

On the opposite side is a very large ivory silk flower and a spray of long black feathers

I love the bow trompe l'oeil effect at the neckline and the there is a pretty rhinestone detailing across the front

Fall 1973 Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe Black Silk Dress w Gold Beaded Bodice designer-philip-hulitar This one has a matchingThe beading technique used on this dress is distinctive and it led me to a dress from this the Fall 1974 collection that uses the same beading technique. That one was photoed by Guy Bourdin for Vogue that season. And a twin of of that dress was auctioned off at Sotherby's with the final hammer reaching 3000 euros. Examples of Karl's work during this time period are held in museums around the world and are rare finds. This is an important piece of