1960s Mollie Parnis Yellow & Black Halterneck Ruffle Dress 1970s_sequin_Gown Worthy of museum acquisition or

Worthy of museum acquisition or for a Chinese costume or textile collector

She was a favourite of many an aristocratic debutante and Princess Diana wore her designs on several state occasions

4 cm)WAIST - 32 in

Tiny hook and eye fastenings have been sewn into the underside of the bodice to attach to the inner side of the waistband on the skirt

There are no issues of any note and this was probably worn once

1960s Mollie Parnis Yellow & Black Halterneck Ruffle Dress 1970s_sequin_Gown Worthy of museum acquisition orThis striking 1960s linen blend halter neck dress in yellow is by celebrated US designer Mollie Parnis, who's designs were popularised by no less than 5 of Americas first ladies Mamie Eisenhower, Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, Betty Ford and Rosalynn Carter. The dress has a wrap over bodice and a deep ruffle collar which flows around to the back with black trimming creating a dramatic contrast against the vibrant yellow. There is a central zip