1950s Gigi Young Blue and Black Floral Silk Dress 50s_maxi_dress This dress fastens at the

This dress fastens at the back of the neck with a hidden tonal zip and hook-and-eye clasp

The bodice is boned and has a flattering sweetheart neckline

These gems have been painted at the edges in an organic manner with gold paint

timeless appeal

US 10-12 and this fits us all well as the jacket has been cut slim

1950s Gigi Young Blue and Black Floral Silk Dress 50s_maxi_dress This dress fastens at theDesigned by GiGi Young, a New York label, in the late 1950s or very early 1960s. GiGi Young's parent company also owned Suzy Perette and were famous for interpreting the cinched waist and full skirt of Diors famous New Look fashions under an American licence. This dress is a great example with dainty short sleeves and a flared, box pleated skirt. The fabric is stunning; matte silk printed with abstract, painterly florals in rich blue, indigo and sky