1980s Paul-Louis Orrier Emerald Green Silk Taffeta Couture Dress w Extravagant Ruffles Sold I love the high necked

I love the high necked front and almost stark and severe quality to it

From an interview with the NYTimes: "After splitting with her husband

the couture salon during this time period

Yma was photoed in this robe and she also sat for a portrait in the robe

That pattern and color combined with those standout sleeves makes for one amazing dress

1980s Paul-Louis Orrier Emerald Green Silk Taffeta Couture Dress w Extravagant Ruffles Sold I love the high neckedPaul Louis Orrier was a French designer who is not as well known by the masses but did produce beautifully made clothing. His best work was his pieces for the evening. Not every piece of his work is as fabulous as others but when you do find one of the truly fabulous ones its wonderful. This is one of those pieces. The dress is made from a silk taffeta that gives it just enough weight and structure to be able to create the impressive lines and volume