1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress Rare_1930s_Dress The classic hourglass silhouette draws

The classic hourglass silhouette draws in neatly at the waist before flaring out over the hips into a playful knee length skirt

It fastens with a drawstring at the bottom to give supreme flexibility on how the look is worn

and gathered

The luxurious deep red satin overlay has an unusual butterfly wing print and is beautifully tailored to ensure drama and movement when worn

Alaia was a genius in leather design and this is one of the most intricate examples of leatherwear I've seen

1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress Rare_1930s_Dress The classic hourglass silhouette drawsThis mid 1950s Hardy Amies demi couture occasion dress is made from a sumptuous material in a deep orange paisley brocade with pink and golds accents. It has a sweetheart neckline, pleated shoulders and fitted princess seams to really accentuate the waist. The flared skirt creating a full silhouette with additional side panels to give an almost pannier like effect. Some of the panelled sections of the skirt are lined in a quality black tulle lace to