gown, woman's

gown, cocktail

woman's (cocktail) gown; hand-dyed silk with mottled effect in rich hues of turquoise, green, violet, orange, indigo; with wide scoop neckline; three-quarter straight sleeves; waist slightly higher than natural; two bust darts from waistband; metal zipper opening to centre back; looped rouleau trim in same fabric to neckline and sleeve edges; lined with black silk organza; domed bra strap 'holders' sewn into shoulders of each.

Applied Arts and Design