1930s Black Wide Sleeve 'Ribbon' Dress designer-jacques-heim It fits lean to the

It fits lean to the body

A really interesting piece it is sure to receive many compliments - though do expect to twirl a bit as people ask to see all sides to figure it out

There where two tiny heel holes near the bottom hem and I had a stitch put into each to secure

Present as more pink and the fabric is a good quality and not bulky or thick

I have always had a love for these hostess gowns - they make me think of the grand dames of fashion from the sixties - its the kind of thing American Royalty like Jackie O would have worn or some fabulous movie starlet hen she wanted to look grown up and glam

1930s Black Wide Sleeve 'Ribbon' Dress designer-jacques-heim It fits lean to theThis dress is quite remarkable. It is entirely made of a weave of ribbon and what feels like a raffia. This gives it a complete bias cut effect and amazing texture. You can wear a nude slip under it and feel quite scandalous or get creative with color. These days I am sure there are girls that could get away with an amazing lingerie set under it only! The weave changes thickness and density to visually define the waist and give some structure around