1970s Adele Simpson Black Velvet Gold Metallic Obi Evening Dress Skirts rectangular shawl

rectangular shawl

Drecoll was an existing Austrian couture house founded in 1904 that later merged with the Beers couture atelier in 1928

Pleat at zipper back

The beading and sequins only fall to the waist

The highlight of the bracelet is the clasp

1970s Adele Simpson Black Velvet Gold Metallic Obi Evening Dress Skirts rectangular shawlElegant evening dress in sumptuous velvet with brilliant metallic details by Adele Simpson. The dress falls just above the knee, has a wide bateau boat neck, and 3 4 length sleeves. The sleeves are voluminous and gather at the elbow. The dress features a gold metallic panel at the waist no doubt inspired by the obi kimono belts Simpson saw on her travels to Japan! The panel is accented by a twisted braid belt with leaf clasp. Neck to waist zipper in