1990s Perry Ellis Silk Rose Print Slip Dress maria-moutet-suit this cotton-mix dress features crochet

this cotton-mix dress features crochet trim

It was featured in the Resort 2016 campaign lensed by Karl Lagerfeld himself and the suit was split up and matched with other separates from the collection

It is unlined and has a long slit at the front

and features a colourful and bold rose print in the finest silk embossed organza

Of note - there is a museum acquisition label in the bottom of the dress with the initials F

1990s Perry Ellis Silk Rose Print Slip Dress maria-moutet-suit this cotton-mix dress features crochetBefore his infamous 1992 grunge collection that resulted in his firing, Marc Jacobss work at Perry Ellis reflected a refined take on American sportswear infused with a youthful sensibility. As creative director from 1988 to 1993, he modernised the brands preppy heritage with relaxed tailoring, soft knits, and playful layering, gradually introducing a downtown edge that hinted at his later aesthetic. This dress likely post dates Jacob's tenure by a few