1970s Adele Simpson Black Velvet Gold Metallic Obi Evening Dress size_L The gown has movement and

The gown has movement and an added surprise side slit opening for leg exposure

Wide seems and hem make for simple alteration

The velvet dress has more than a passing similarity to another of Murray Arbeid's designs - the 1987 red and black velvet flamenco ball gown made famous by Princess Diana

Italian fashion designer (1920-2010)

Arm Length 21"

1970s Adele Simpson Black Velvet Gold Metallic Obi Evening Dress size_L The gown has movement andElegant evening dress in sumptuous velvet with brilliant metallic details by Adele Simpson. The dress falls just above the knee, has a wide bateau boat neck, and 3 4 length sleeves. The sleeves are voluminous and gather at the elbow. The dress features a gold metallic panel at the waist no doubt inspired by the obi kimono belts Simpson saw on her travels to Japan! The panel is accented by a twisted braid belt with leaf clasp. Neck to waist zipper in