1990s Bellville Sassoon Ruched Navy and White Sequin Dress 40s_shift_Cut_Dress Tailored to the bullet bra

Tailored to the bullet bra style of the day

These are backed onto a georgette fabric which was chosen to keep the dress lightweight despite the lavish embellishment

A ruched belt cinches the dress under the bust

Secured at the back with hidden snap closures

44 cm)Shoulders - 18 in

1990s Bellville Sassoon Ruched Navy and White Sequin Dress 40s_shift_Cut_Dress Tailored to the bullet braBritish couture house Bellville Sassoon was founded in 1953 by Belinda Bellville and provided Parisian style fashion in the heart of London for aristocrats and debutantes. Designer David Sassoon joined the company in 1958 and in 1970 the company was renamed Bellville Sassoon. Lorcan Mullany joined in 1987 having worked for Bill Gibb and Hardy Amies as an occasion wear designer. The roster of famous names wearing the House's designs is particularly