Crêpe backed silk satin
In 1931 Vogue coined the phrase ‘poured in’ to describe the fit of the sheath dress. The long bias-cut panels cling to the natural curves of the body, which, for the first time was the fashionable shape.
The skilful cut and the inventive design of twisted serpent-like tails is reminiscent of Elsa Schiaparelli’s work.
- TitleEvening Dress, 1932
- Object numberCST.2.60.A
- Collection
- Creator
- Production placeEngland
- Date1930 - 1935
- Production period20th century
- School/styleEnglish
- Object name