1970s Leonard Paris Strapless Floral Silk Jersey Tube Dress With Attached Shawl

Leonard Paris is known for its mouthwatering prints, like the one found on this fabulous dress from the Seventies. A garden of watercolored flowers in vivid pinks, reds, blues and greens beautifully blooms on the strapless silk jersey column silhouette. Engineered for the most striking placement, the bouquet spills across the body onto a black background before meeting a contrasting trim along the bustline, down the sides and around the ankle-length hem. It also decorates the gorgeous silk chiffon shawl, which is attached to the side at the hip. Drape the long, flowing addition any way you wish—over one shoulder or the other—for a dramatic entrance to a garden party or evening affair.

Size estimate: M

Measurements:

Bust: 34-36 inches

Waist: 28-30 inches

Hips: Up to 40 inches

Dress length: 47 inches

Shawl: 85 inches long; 25 inches wide

This vintage Leonard Paris gown from the Seventies is in excellent condition. It is tailored from silk jersey that naturally has some stretch to it. It features an engineered print of flowers in pinks, reds, blues and greens on black. The print’s contrasting borders line the bust, sides and hem. The fabric is signed throughout.

The strapless column silhouette is fitted at the bodice and falls straight to the ankles. It is unlined and closes at the side with a zipper and hook and eye. Its long silk chiffon shawl, also showcasing the floral logo print, is attached at the side of the hip. The dress has been professionally dry-cleaned and pressed. High-quality vintage pieces like this are yours to live in and love while increasing in value every year. It’s never too soon to start collecting them, as an investment in your wardrobe—and in yourself.