1980s Victor Costa Strapless Jersey Dress w Iridescent Feather Bodice Detail designer-jacques-fath In an article from Essence

In an article from Essence magazine Designer Willi Smith is noted as being a designer "who took much pride in birthing a youthful sportswear collection that pushed fashion's boundaries without breaking the bank

Wrapped around the base of the crown is a hand made straw band that has been hand dyed to a soft red

There is the occasional sequin missing but nothing so bare as to detract

It is one of the most spectacular dresses from this period I have had in the shop

It buttons to close all down one side with matching fabric covered buttons

1980s Victor Costa Strapless Jersey Dress w Iridescent Feather Bodice Detail designer-jacques-fath In an article from EssenceVictor Costa launched his label in 1974 and was known for producing versions of what was seen on the Paris runways. Costa chose good fabrics for his designs and even though his work was often very close interpretations of other designs he did add his own unique twist when it came to colours, cut and fabrics. Some of his work is quite lovely and this dress is one of the very good pieces that he did. This is such a great little dress. It is simple yet