Spectacular 1970s Lanvin by Jules-Francois Crahay Off or On the Shoulder Draped Jersey Dress designer-biba Length: 19" from top of

Length: 19" from top of shoulder to hem

late twenties silk velvet cape is stunningly beautiful

The shape is reminiscent of a tulip or slight bubble skirt shape

On the runway this was shown with a full wide skirt and I love that it is different because it shows you the versatility of it how you could potentially wear it with a skirt from your own closet

Spectacular 1970s Lanvin by Jules-Francois Crahay Off or On the Shoulder Draped Jersey Dress designer-biba Length: 19" from top ofThis dress was designed by Belgian born Jules Francois Crahay, who headed the Lanvin ateliers from 1964 1984. His time at the Lanvin label is one of my personal favourites for the house. He was known for being a genius at print and colour but he also pushed the envelope in terms of using cutting edge fabrics available during this time period. This dress is a spectacular example of that. All of the detailing that you see is done purely through the