Important 1974 Halston Turquoise Cashmere Extremely Low Back Halter Dress Message As seen on Rihanna I found a runway photo

I found a runway photo in the Phaidon book on Halston with a garment with a similar print which is included here for reference

Each pleat is perfectly spaced and some are actually doubled with another pleat of fabric hidden underneath

This is an exceptionally beautiful Jean Patou silk dress that is an absolute masterpiece

The fabric is self backed in a satin and it closes with a back hand set

There is one tiny stitch of a repair on the back skirt but it is strong and stable and in now way detracts

Important 1974 Halston Turquoise Cashmere Extremely Low Back Halter Dress Message As seen on Rihanna I found a runway photoThis is a very rare and beautiful example of Halston's work using cashmere during this time period. He was a master at combining function and ease but without sacrificing glamour. He did this with the absolute minimum of seaming that a garment required. His knit, bias cut pieces like this one, sometimes feel somewhat shapeless on the hanger or dress form and it is only when they are slipped on that they drape and settle into place the way they were