Incredible Spring 1970 Andre Courreges Cross Strap Backless Bright Sculpted Orange Dress designer-issey-miyake The belt buckle shows some

The belt buckle shows some wear

Under the skirt there are a full seven layers of silk tulle and net underskirts to achieve the shape that you see

These glitter and catch the light beautifully

Because of the lacing on the back there is some adjustment possible for fit through the bust and waist

Incredible Spring 1970 Andre Courreges Cross Strap Backless Bright Sculpted Orange Dress designer-issey-miyake The belt buckle shows someThis is a remarkable example of Courreges and the work that Andre was doing during that time period. I know we often associate his work with very mod and short pieces but he also did many dramatic pieces in fabrics like this. It is a highly glossed, thicker weight, smooth finish cotton. At the time this would have been extremely experimental. I love that this one takes the shape that we so closely associate with him and extends and exaggerates it to