1980s Victor Edelstein Black Silk Cold Shoulder Velvet Ribbonwork Dress Hand_Knitted_Sweater The hem is trimmed once

The hem is trimmed once again with the same ruffle detail as the neckline and sleeves

A separate long reversible fabric waist belt is designed to tie at the back

This is a really beautiful example of a late 50s or early 60s design in silk

This piece is of expert class and is as good as it gets in absolutely superb vintage condition

At the beginning of his career in the 1960s he designed for Nina Ricci and Courreges in Paris

1980s Victor Edelstein Black Silk Cold Shoulder Velvet Ribbonwork Dress Hand_Knitted_Sweater The hem is trimmed onceOne of Princess Dianas favourite designers, Victor Edelstein was known as the master of the English thoroughbred look. Created by his namesake brand in London in the 1980s, this chic evening gown is cut from thick inky black silk and lined with silk twill. The boned waist, full skirt and off shoulder neckline of this chic gown recalls early Dior silhouettes. Edelsteins skill and attention to detail can be seen in the intricate beading and silk velvet