Minimalist Resort 2011 Celine by Phoebe Philo Runway Look 23 White Jacket & Pant Suit The 1950s Both the dress and the

Both the dress and the jacket are constructed entirely of silk and a silk metallic brocade

There is an inner bodice built into the dress that closes separately with a series of hook & eye down the back

The neckline sits low across the bust for the suggestion of a Victorian corset in cut and I love the off shoulder strap detail with its second strap that curves around the top

The edges are fringed

Minimalist Resort 2011 Celine by Phoebe Philo Runway Look 23 White Jacket & Pant Suit The 1950s Both the dress and theVogue said of this collection that "On the evidence of this showing, she (Phoebe Philo) remains committed to building an iconic wardrobe, and there's little doubt that in the short time she's been at the French luxury goods house, she's designed some iconic pieces." This entire collection was hailed by the press and the twin of this suit was shown for a Look 23. It was a standout piece of the colletion. Pheobe herself chose to to wear a black version