Early 1990s Oscar de la Renta Deep Teal Blue Silk Chiffon Custom Made Dress designer-vetements the Balmain signature chunky zipper

the Balmain signature chunky zipper runs down the back

This is the type of dress screen goddesses like Marilyn Monroe made infamous

Over this is a simple halter style neckline that is cut inset and square at the front and then changes to two skinny straps at the back to allow for a greater expanse of skin

Mainly hand made

The fabric itself is an exquisite choice as the silk taffeta catches the light and changes color in a subtle way so the dress seems to come alive and flow over the skin yet the dress itself is structured and not flowing or loose fitting

Early 1990s Oscar de la Renta Deep Teal Blue Silk Chiffon Custom Made Dress designer-vetements the Balmain signature chunky zipperMy client had this dress made for her by Oscar in the early 1990s. It is absolutely divine even if it is no longer 100% perfect. It is made from a deep teal blue green silk chiffon and in person is a touch deeper in tone and even richer in feel. The dress has a decidedly Grecian goddess feel to it. The silk is a very fine, scarf weight silk that is very difficult to work with especially given the elaborate draping that has been done on this dress. It