1969 Rudi Gernreich Red and Purple Wool Maxi Dress ysl-jacket The dress is accessed through

The dress is accessed through a series of hook and eyes and poppers on the left inside seam and waist band

There is a neat collar with a central button stand that runs to the mid bust with another pretty row of fabric buttons

the fabric really evokes the bold floral pattern trends of the era

The spaghetti straps are made from the same satin and the dress has a bow on the front which consolidates the neat lines of the design

by one of the finest partnerships of decadent evening and occasion wear during the period is labelled Traina-Norrell

1969 Rudi Gernreich Red and Purple Wool Maxi Dress ysl-jacket The dress is accessed throughDocumented Rudi Gurniech red and purple "cross my heart" maxi dress circa 1969. The celebrated signer and actress, Barbara Streisand, owned many of Gurniech designs including this example and we have attached a photoshoot of her wearing a checked, sleeveless version from the same year. Cut in a classic late 1960s shape, with high empire line waist and long sleeves, it features a back zip closure and a soft V neckline on both front and back. Made with