c.1972-73 Zandra Rhodes 'Shell Collection' Embellished Ivory Silk Dress designer-moschino They are set vertically and

They are set vertically and the resulting effect is amazing

The colors on the soft jersey are still as crisp and true as they would have been when it was produced and I love how they absolutely pop against the deep navy base of the dress - helped in part by the white backdrop used on each

The sleeves are cut slim to balance the volume and are left sheer

It has a extravagant tie collar and this bit of extra fabric is mirror at each wrists dramatic and pretty ruffled finish

Skirt: 45" from top of waist to hem

c.1972-73 Zandra Rhodes 'Shell Collection' Embellished Ivory Silk Dress designer-moschino They are set vertically andIn 1972 Zandra Rhodes was visiting New York on a regular basis and was good friends with a couple named Donna and Jo Lomardo. The three of them would often go antique hunting and on one such foray Zandra found a shell covered wicker basket and it is from this little object that her entire 1972 73 "Shell" collection was born. Pieces from this collection are held in museums world wide and are coveted by collectors. This exceptional gown could