1970s Yves Saint Laurent Plaid Challis Skirt designer-valentino almost kimono cut bell sleeves

almost kimono cut bell sleeves and a simple waist-less shift cut

Fabulous Pierre Cardin

This sits over a tiered skirt constructed of black and white organza stripes

This was a custom made piece for a client that traveled to Bombay in the fifties and it is really one of the best example of silk from this period that I have seen

Length: 34" from neck to back hem

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Plaid Challis Skirt designer-valentino almost kimono cut bell sleevesThe plaid pattern is screened onto a fine wool challis base on this fabulous YSL skirt. Made into three tiers of fabric with each tier getting fuller as it nears the hem. Separating the tiers are bands of black velvet and on the very top at the waist sits a smart flat velvet bow. It is a great piece that you can easily mix into a modern wardrobe! Excellent, appears unworn condition! Unlined and closes with aside button Waist: 14" flat across from side