1977 Christian Dior Striped Top designer-balmain Fath especially loved pleat work

Fath especially loved pleat work and you can see that influence here with the fabric choice

Skirt: 44" from waist to hem

The workmanship and fabrication of this gown is an absolute dream

The top closes with buttons at the front and three on each cuff

The jersey then wraps around the back and creates another low hip cut out

1977 Christian Dior Striped Top designer-balmain Fath especially loved pleat workThis fabulous striped silk top from Christian Dior is extra special as we found documentation of its exact date! It is shown here in action from a 1977 edition of L'officiel! A high grade silk has brilliant stripes of color running down it in navy, green yellow and red. The cut is classic and eternally chic. Excellent, seemingly unworn condition! Unlined and closes with buttons at the front and on each cuff Sleeves: 22" Shoulders: 17" Bust: 19. 5"