1950s Eleanor's of Miami Lame and Chiffon Dress Suit 50s_Floral_Print This arresting late 1970s maxi

This arresting late 1970s maxi skirt ensemble in contrasting violet and emerald green is labelled by Lydia Martin and is made of the same fabric and design as an Yves Saint Laurent haute couture dress from the same era sold by Kerry Taylor Lot 160

There is also a sequined and beaded section around the top of the bodice with a double spaghetti strap over the shoulder

This is a great example of early unisex fashion from the revered French designer Ted Lapidus

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1950s Eleanor's of Miami Lame and Chiffon Dress Suit 50s_Floral_Print This arresting late 1970s maxiThis is a really beautiful example of late 1950s to early 1960s cocktail wear from the era. It has the retail label Eleanor's House of Fashion Miami, but I suspect very much that due to the quality this ensemble has, that this is a retailer's label and that this is a designer's piece whose label was removed. The dress itself features a sweetheart neckline camisole, overlaid with a silk chiffon bodice. The skirt is a classic pencil design in a wavy