1970s Trompe l'oeil Roberta de Camerino Dress designer-malcolm-starr I love that front flat

I love that front flat pleated "apron" that entire panel of pleating is actually a separate piece that is attached at the waist so swings and adds extra movement

I love the three little pickets that sit atop the fabric and how each has an embroidered design on it

yet still chic now

Really a piece of art

The waist nips in severely and then hips are cut to be curved

1970s Trompe l'oeil Roberta de Camerino Dress designer-malcolm-starr I love that front flatSuperb Trompe l'oell Roberta de Camerino. This is of course what he was known for his cleverly screened dresses gave the appearance of elaborate dinner suits. He did them on poly jerseys like this one this fabric was cutting edge at the time and held colour magnificently. It has enough weight to hold the shape as he desired but to still drape and move beautifully on the wearer. It is virtually wrinkle free and easy to travel with. I love the design