1960s Mollie Parnis Yellow & Black Halterneck Ruffle Dress Saint_Laurent silver and azure on a

silver and azure on a marine blue chiffon overlay

renowned for her figure-enhancing draping and refined cocktail silhouettes

It is rare to find a piece of nearly a century of age in such great condition and with such a wearable silhouette

This lovely original 1960s black scalloped lace jacket with rose detail is a wonderfully versatile piece and in impeccable vintage condition

eventually softening into the line of the skirt

1960s Mollie Parnis Yellow & Black Halterneck Ruffle Dress Saint_Laurent silver and azure on aThis striking 1960s linen blend halter neck dress in yellow is by celebrated US designer Mollie Parnis, who's designs were popularised by no less than 5 of Americas first ladies Mamie Eisenhower, Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, Betty Ford and Rosalynn Carter. The dress has a wrap over bodice and a deep ruffle collar which flows around to the back with black trimming creating a dramatic contrast against the vibrant yellow. There is a central zip