1960s John Cavanagh Black Lace and Velvet Couture Cocktail Dress Embroidered_Couture while skilfully positioned forwards facing

while skilfully positioned forwards facing pleats on either side of the navel creates flattering structure and movement at the hip

LENGTH - 51 in

this dress would best suit US size 8 - 10

BUST - 38 in

The line of the skirt flares slightly from the hip and finishes at the knee

1960s John Cavanagh Black Lace and Velvet Couture Cocktail Dress Embroidered_Couture while skilfully positioned forwards facingThis incredible 1960s black lace and velvet cocktail dress is couture from British designer John Cavanagh, who was renowned for his understated, elegant designs and often created pieces for the Royals during this period. The dress is comprised of back lace netting underlain with soft ivory toned net to enhance the baroque style design. The fabric of the dress attaches briefly to the velvet straps, gathering them into a scoop neckline with velvet