Sequin & Lace Victorian Cape designer-sonia-rykiel The detailing is done top

The detailing is done top to bottom and it is a substantial piece that feels good and weighty when in the hand and yet sits comfortably when on

When it first arrived I almost passed on it - it was a crumpled flattened mess

The front has a sexy plunged cowl feel neckline and then waist nips in

Item# HH36

deceptively simple silk chiffon dress from the great and collectible Helen Rose

Sequin & Lace Victorian Cape designer-sonia-rykiel The detailing is done topA stunning example of the meticulous craftsmanship that clothes making once entailed. This beautiful piece is a marvel of design and intricate workmanship. On overlay of netting has applied sequins around the entire cape. This is over a jet black silk base. Layers of tattered lace and embroidered edged netting create a dramatic ruffle at the hem! This same lace sweeps up the front! A big lightly boned stand up velvet collar frames the face and it is