1960s Blue Metallic Thread on Net Feather Dress designer-ted-lapidus Meant to be worn loose

Meant to be worn loose so will work on a smaller frame

The bias cut knit should work on a range of sizes

The faceted glass button detailing is the perfect contrast to the jersey - it's an ingenious way to give it a little glitz without ruining the perfect simplicity of the jersey

As seen on the 2012 runway

The gold fabric is incredible

1960s Blue Metallic Thread on Net Feather Dress designer-ted-lapidus Meant to be worn looseThe fabric on this dress is so unusual and beautiful. A curving design is made of blue and silver blue metallic thread made into a cut work applique that is then sewn onto a nude netting. This gives the dress a fantastic 3D quality and the entire dress a beautiful shimmering effect as the metallic thread catches the light. The front is cut with a A at the neckline and narrows down at the waist. The sleeves are cut slim and long and each has an exotic