Important A/W 1977 "Les Chinoises" Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Tassel Dress designer-ceil-chapman The dress is partially lined

The dress is partially lined through the bodice in the same fabric as the exterior and the rest of the dress is unlined

The halter closes at the back of the neck with flat hook & eye like a swim suit

The silk taffeta fabric choice allows for the dress to have it's structured lines and and not feel too flowing or loose fitting

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Important A/W 1977 "Les Chinoises" Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Tassel Dress designer-ceil-chapman The dress is partially linedThis dress is an important piece from the 'Les Chinoises' Collection from Fall 1977. This collection corresponded with the launch of Yves Saint Laurents new fragrance that year Opium. The Musee Yves Saint Laurent site says of this collection: "China served as the couturiers new source of inspiration, and its folklore fed his imagination. Saint Laurent drew on the colors, shapes, and materials of such places as Africa, Russia, Spain, and China for his