1970s Donald Brooks Black Strapless Jersey Swing Dress designer-alexander-mcqueen The Chanel Creations label was

The Chanel Creations label was retired upon Karl’s arrival and from what I can research it was only launched upon Gabrielle’s death for that ready to wear line

Unlined and closes with hidden buttons and hook & eye down the front

Gorgeous and rare fitted crop top is the ultimate pin up girl fantasy piece

The inner dress shows color run under each arm  - I have photoed both for your review

It is my firm belief that Luci de Paris started as a dressmaker in the twenties and went on to become the more "grown up" Lucille de Paris and focus solely on handbags starting in the thirties

1970s Donald Brooks Black Strapless Jersey Swing Dress designer-alexander-mcqueen The Chanel Creations label wasI love Donald Brooks pieces and this little black strapless number is a great example of how he could do sleek and simple superbly. It is made of a slinky, fluid jersey and its simple exterior hides a very well constructed interior. The strapless bodice hugs your torso and is held in place by an inner corset that hooks to close under the top layer. This gives you a sleek line and shape. Under this the skirt falls to just about the ankle, or just above