1980s Bill Blass Check & Bright Backless Dress designer-nat-kaplan It is the epitome of

It is the epitome of what he represented - well tailored

The top has a ruffled collar and ruffles cap each sleeve

Made of a deep burgundy crepe fabric detailed with satin to bring out the design elements perfectly

black lame look threading

The waist is defined by a gathered panel

1980s Bill Blass Check & Bright Backless Dress designer-nat-kaplan It is the epitome ofThis dress is absolutely darling! It is impossible to look at it and not feel happy! This is his diffusion line form the 80s but it was so cute I could not resist and well most of the pieces form this particular part of his empire were not as fabulous as the main line was, I think this particular dress stands up well. The top has a halter neck that leave the back bare. The waist cinches in and it has its original belt so you can cinch it more if you