Iconic 1972 Ossie Clark Couture Black Moss Crepe Wrapped Cuddly Dress w Bishop Sleeves designer-norman-hartnell early eighties strapless jersey dress

early eighties strapless jersey dress in a brilliant red from American designer Norma Kamali is the perfect combination of the two looks

This feminine silk chiffon dress first came out in 1973 with a 'Field of Lilies' print

The bodice is a double layer of the jersey and the skirt is unlined

They are fabulous when you go on vacation and an easy way to add an instant pop of vintage glam to the beach or pool

Iconic 1972 Ossie Clark Couture Black Moss Crepe Wrapped Cuddly Dress w Bishop Sleeves designer-norman-hartnell early eighties strapless jersey dressIf you want to know the mindset in which Ossie Clark designed his clothes then this little story will explain everything during a fitting, Ossie once told an 18 year old Marianne Faithfull to go back into the dressing room and take off her bra and knickers. How do you expect me to go out like this?, she asked him, and he replied, You're meant to be able to lift your dress up at any time, and pull down the top, and just have sex.' . That little story