Documented 1971 Malcolm Starr Sequin Covered Dress designer-lanvin In typical Biba fashion

In typical Biba fashion

This gives it a subtle shimmer that when set against the pink is just beautiful to see

He was known for his fantastical and outrageous creations and used objects and materials never before used in hat making

The fabric is self backed and the protons of the applique that are not attached to the dress itself but act as closures are lined in purple tissue silk

Documented 1971 Malcolm Starr Sequin Covered Dress designer-lanvin In typical Biba fashionI always love being able to date a piece and when this wonderful little Malcolm Starr dress landed in my studio I instantly remembered seeing it before. Its twin was used in a 1971 Harper's Bazaar editorial. The dress is a glamorous take on the more fitted silhouette of the day. The base fabric has a slight stretch to it and a gorgeous pattern that has a slight far East feel to it. Over this is are glossy clear sequins that entirely cover the dress.