1980s Vicky Tiel Backless Dotted Silk Chiffon Fitted Mini Dress designer-oscar-de-la-renta Both sides of the bodice

Both sides of the bodice have boning

All of the bead work is done by hand and because the colors of the beads are meant to match it just adds a depth and level of texture rather then being flashy

I tried to show it on the close up - it is light but there

The caftan is cut in a simple T shape that makes it very easy and comfortable to wear

The fabric is a chic little waffle weave pique cotton and its a quirky little play on the summer dress that is very flattering

1980s Vicky Tiel Backless Dotted Silk Chiffon Fitted Mini Dress designer-oscar-de-la-renta Both sides of the bodiceThis dramatic little dress by Vicky Tiel is just fabulous. It is made up of a graphic black and white dot fabric that sits over an inner structured fitted base that is done in a solid black. This creates a play on the transparency of the different parts. The upper bodice has a plunging inner neckline and I love the curved set of this. Over this is a layer of the silk that is set higher in the front and then plunges at the back to leave it bare. The