80’s Black Suiting Long Line Formal Dress
$152.00
$190.00
Own a piece of Hollywood history with this longline, ultra mod black formal dress, by famous designer David Hayes. After starting his own line in the 80's he became the go-to designer of some big Hollywood stars: Zsa Zsa, Eva Gabor, Audrey Hepburn, Linda Evans, Joan Collins, Anne Jeffreys, Phyllis Diller, Barbara Rush & at the time First Lady, Nancy Reagan. This dress boasts elegant black suiting fabrication, long sleeves ending in zippers, a sculptural rose detailing, bold shoulder pads that can be left in or removed, spectacular tailoring construction, full lining, & a knee length silhouette. It has it's original labels inside and is a size 12. (fits like a modern day Large)
History: David became a broadway star while living in Paris but his true passion was fashion so he returned to LA and enrolled in UCLA where he received his degree in Fashion Design. He started his own successful label in the early 80’s that sold out in all US Neiman Marcus & Saks Fifth Avenues. He said,“I like designing beautiful clothes. Suits & dresses that can be worn by both the young & mature woman. Age has nothing to do with my clothes for all they require is an attitude. I want my clothes to be able to go anywhere: work, cocktails, dinner, theatre, & the most formal of affairs.”
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with no damages to note.
Measurements:
Total length-42"
Bust(flat)-20"
Waist(flat)-16.5"
Hips(flat)-18.5"
Bottom opening(flat)-18"
Sleeve: length-24"opening(flat)-4"