1950s Ceil Chapman Navy Silk Shift Dress with White Lace Top 1970s_sequin_Gown red and orange flowers against

red and orange flowers against a mottled blue and white background

though this is not noticeable when worn

The jumpsuit is unlined and fastens with a tonal zip at the back of the neck

Crafted from polished gold leather and accented with silver leather at the heel and along the sole

The sheer white lace of the top is backed by a sheer white chiffon

1950s Ceil Chapman Navy Silk Shift Dress with White Lace Top 1970s_sequin_Gown red and orange flowers againstCeil Chapman was a female American fashion designer working and designing in NYC from the 1940s to the 1960s. She was revered as a creator of super glamorous cocktail and party dresses and celebrity clients flocked to her for her gowns including Marylin Monroe who declared Ceil Chapman her favourite designer. This is a beautiful example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1950s. Tailored from navy silk faille, the skirt is tailored to a pencil