Unworn 1970s Red Silk Chiffon Tiered Ruffle Skirt Dress designer-bill-tice Because it is bias cut

Because it is bias cut it will drape to fit the body under it

The skirt also falls on the bias from a curved seam at the waist and there is a high slit that exposes the thigh - set so high that it is almost scandalous

It hooks to close at the back neck and zippers at the low back waist

Iridescent sequins cover every square inch of the dress including the silk sleeves

The "coffin drape" ruching and gathers that the skirt has is of course the highlight of the dress and gives it incredible texture and an almost "goth" feel yet the lies and fabrics keep it from being too dark in feel

Unworn 1970s Red Silk Chiffon Tiered Ruffle Skirt Dress designer-bill-tice Because it is bias cutThis red silk chiffon dress came from a recent estate sale that was chock full of high end designer pieces that are making their way to the shop. The particular little beauty had no label anymore but still had its original paper hang tag from Martha's, a seven store boutique chain that specialized in high end and couture labels. This is definitely a designer piece and it is a shame that just who it is will remain a mystery but the buyer benefits as