1970s Bill Blass Black Knot Front Cocktail Dress clutches This colorful and comfy dress

This colorful and comfy dress has bold printed contrasting fabric at the neckline and cuffs

During World War II French haute couture came to a standstill

The outer layers have a snap and hook and eye side closure

*Jacket is meant to be boxy

Ties at high neck

1970s Bill Blass Black Knot Front Cocktail Dress clutches This colorful and comfy dressElegant and unusual cocktail dress by Bill Blass. The dress is knee length, with a fitted silhouette, and sleeveless. The dress has an empire like shape, with a figure eight sweetheart bust line that attaches to the remarkable reverse V neckline. The neckline shoots upwards, resting on the shoulders with a jewel neckline. The neckline mirrors the pleats of the skirt that emerge from the center of the bust line. Wear with a pair of brilliant statement