1960s Embroidered Silk Oscar de la Renta Gown designer-sonia-rykiel almost yarn like string edged

almost yarn like string edged in embroidery thread to define each bit of the swirled design

The leather is quilted and has a "puffed" effect to it

The bodice of the dress is a high grade silk in a deep mustard and the attached skirt is a luxurious silk metallic thread brocade that is just sublime

The cameo is exquisitely carved in full 3D relief and set on a blackened backdrop and has an ivory like appearance though I do believe it is also celluloid

The stark contrast of the black and yellow are fantastic and dramatic

1960s Embroidered Silk Oscar de la Renta Gown designer-sonia-rykiel almost yarn like string edgedThis 1960s embroidered silk organza gown by Oscar de la Renta is spectacular and even better in person then how it has photoed. Made out of a black silk organza, the fabric was then covered in hand embroidered vines, made from an off white heavy thread. The design is raised and applied in a way that each design that covers the dress is highlighted to maximum effect. The workmanship is wonderful. The bodice is plunged at the front and each sleeve