Chic 1960s Malcolm Starr by Elinor Simmons Gold Metallic Brocade Dress & Jacket Set designer-ossie-clark / (7-8) Natalie Lim Suarez

/  (7-8) Natalie Lim Suarez

What is remarkable is that the diamond pattern you see on the back and front of the bodice has been achieved by cutting into the fur rather then piecing it together

the design is features ducks in a marsh

Front pockets are hidden along the seams that runs down the front

The skirt wraps to close and then buttons down one side with matching fabric covered buttons

Chic 1960s Malcolm Starr by Elinor Simmons Gold Metallic Brocade Dress & Jacket Set designer-ossie-clark / (7-8) Natalie Lim SuarezThis is the work of Elinor Simmons who designed for the Malcolm Starr label from the early 1960s to 1972. She excelled at the metallic and chic pieces that the label was known for and this is a wonderful example of her work. It is even better in person. It is a really gorgeous little set. This set has a simple cut that is made glamorous by the wonderful fabric choice. The fabric has a raised print that has been created by the way the fabric is