1970s Bill Gibb Museum Held Black Liquid Jersey Dress w MOP Buttons & Extensive Beading z-archive-alexandermcqueen Length: 31" from top seam

Length: 31" from top seam of the bodice to hem and the top ruffle adds 2

The bodice is fitted with light stiffening built in for structure

The silk skims over the hips and then flares out as it reaches the hem for one final beautiful curve

This is a wonderful dress from the fifties that is very striking and beautiful

The final detail is that little scalloped panel that runs around the skirt above the bottom hem

1970s Bill Gibb Museum Held Black Liquid Jersey Dress w MOP Buttons & Extensive Beading z-archive-alexandermcqueen Length: 31" from top seamBill Gibb was one of the most influential designers in 1970s Britain and his clothes were worn by the rich, the famous and the beautiful. Much of his work verged on couture and he was unrelenting in striving for perfection. His work has a high fantasy element to it. Every piece I bring into the shop is very special and the range he had was incredible. I have had a deep brown version of this dress in the shop I love finding a version in black. Its twin