Bill Blass Angled Wool Dress S/M

Wow! Stunner vintage deadstock Bill Blass ebony and ivory wool crepe bold stripe dress with commanding golden half-dome buttons down the length and up the cuffs. The fitted shirtdress is impeccably tailored with a hidden pocket along the angled stripe (so cool), full lining and gentle darting to effortlessly form to the body. The original tag is $405, which translates to about $1000 inn today's dollars. From label Blass Dress by Bill Blass, for I. Magnin. Made in China, circa  1980s/early 1990s.
 
• Size S/M (marked 8, see measurements) 
• 100% wool, fine midweight weave with crepe texture, not scratchy
• Fully lined with silky white rayon
• Buttons down the front 
• Excellent condition, deadstock with tags, no flaws
 
Style No. D7781
 

Measurements 

Fit notes: close cut with no give, leave a hint of room to keep buttons from pulling
 
Shoulder: 15.5"
Sleeve: 23"
Bust: 35"
Waist: 30.5"
Hip: 38.5"
Hem: 37"
Length: 39"
 
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