Brilliant Spring 1987 Arnold Scaasi Off Shoulder Silk Twill Floral Dress w Pouf Skirts designer-lanvin There is minor fading on

There is minor fading on the top of each shoulder where the blue of the sequins and print has softened to a more purple tone

Everywhere else at the back has been left bare and open

The skirt is set slightly low under the waist

There was only enough salvageable fabric from the original antique garment to make this one

Brilliant Spring 1987 Arnold Scaasi Off Shoulder Silk Twill Floral Dress w Pouf Skirts designer-lanvin There is minor fading onThis dress is by Arnold Scassi and I love the vivid floral fabric choice that he used for this one. Scaasi worked under Charles James at the start of his career and many of his gowns reflect this early influence. His boutique line was launched in 1984 and was high end ready to wear and very expensive. Pieces from it often have a demi couture level finish and really are an extension of his couture line. This one is especially fabulous because its twin