1954 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Silk Brocade Dress and Jacket Suit Delphos_Gown The mini skirt is a

The mini skirt is a classic pencil style with a short kick pleat and fastens to the rear with an invisible zip

This 1980s Italian haute couture / alta moda design from Andre Laug appears to be the runway worn dress as it features some additional sewn-in tabs that indicate a collection and design number

The crepe overlay is embellished with thick grosgrain and lace trim on the hem and waistband with appliqué square designs on the skirt in the same fabrics

feminine feel of the piece

1954 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Silk Brocade Dress and Jacket Suit Delphos_Gown The mini skirt is aThis 1950s silk brocade two piece couture dress set has a stunning paisley pattern in pink and gold threads. The dress features a scalloped edge trim to the top of the bodice and three sets of darts leading down from the bust to nip in the waist, creating the classic '50s fitted shape. The skirt has two pockets, both silk lined and pleasantly deep for what you might expect of a vintage piece. The interior of the dress is also lined in champagne silk,