Incredible Fall 1971 Andre Courreges Black Dress w Open Back Detailed w Straps & Bows designer-stavropoulos yet striking because of the

yet striking because of the vibrant color combination that she has used

It's looks simple but has master level tailoring behind it

down the front and on each sleeve

There is also a scattering of these that are attached to the front bodice

On the sleeves and over the top layer of the skirt the chenille makes little circles and these are scattered over the netting

Incredible Fall 1971 Andre Courreges Black Dress w Open Back Detailed w Straps & Bows designer-stavropoulos yet striking because of theThis is a remarkable example of Courreges and the work that Andre was doing during that time period. I know we often associate his work with very mod and short pieces but he also did many dramatic and long pieces like this. We have had a dress from the collection before this in the shop before and we were happy to find a version of this one that was photoed for Vogue that spring and a runway shot with close versions as well. It is a fantastically chic