80’s Purple Ruched Tie Waist Dress by John Charles comme des garcons vintage 1950s black frame handbag

vintage 1950s black frame handbag with a swirl design stitched on either side

Some fly away threads

Ovals of rhinestone dotted leather linked with silver etched metal disks and silver nailheads

One front zip pocket

Length: 58 inches

80’s Purple Ruched Tie Waist Dress by John Charles comme des garcons vintage 1950s black frame handbagJohn Charles designer party cocktail dress. Bodice is a purple chiffon and the skirt is a purple, gold and blue brocade. Cutaway shoulders with a high ruched neck that closes in the back with self buttons. Hips are ruched chiffon and the lower skirt is a form fitting brocade. Front holds a small bow with long chiffon streamers. Completely lined. The only condition issue is a small section of fabric on the right breast side. The fabric appears to be a