Each side of the bodice was taken in at some point
If I am being very picky there are perhaps a couple faded marks with some of the folds but you would never see them
Unlike most capes that have an opening worked into the seam these slits are left open right to the hem making them that much more dramatic feeling
In the book on his work written by Judith Watt there is a quote from Nicky Samuel who was a Haute Couture client of Yves Saint Laurent at the time and what she says sums up Ossie's place in fashion history perfectly as opposed to Saint Laurent's work
His work is held in Museums around the world including The Met and they have a nice little summary of him that I will share here
Prettiest Spring 2021 Rodarte Runway Look 20 Bias Cut Silk Pink Print Flower & Hearts Dress w Removable Flower designer-emma-domb Each side of the bodiceThe twin of the dress was presented as Look 20 in the Spring 2021 Rodarte collection. It was made under the creative direction of Kate and Laura Mulleavy. Everything we do is about fantasy and dreams, but we are located in a moment, and we are a part of what is happening now, said Kate. A fanciful gown, both designers agree, has little place in todays world, so instead they channeled their efforts into clothing they would want to wear now without