1970s Joy Stevens Black Strapless Jersey Dress w Keyhole designer-john-kloss The bodice is fitted with

The bodice is fitted with a wide low and straight across neck

sequins and bead work - all hand done

A slight touch of press marks to the seams as does happen with this fabric and a slight bit of mild piling to the fabric here and there - again a natural effect of age

They encrust the front

all topped with that dramatic bow at the neck

1970s Joy Stevens Black Strapless Jersey Dress w Keyhole designer-john-kloss The bodice is fitted withI have had this same dress in a deep burgundy in the shop before and this black version is just as wonderful and perhaps a teeny bit more versatile. The designer is Joy Stevens who is one of my favorites that were working out of California during this time period. Her designs ruled the night clubs of the seventies and have a sexy but easy to wear feel to them. They were the type of thing you just threw on, looked fabulous and could dance until 3 in