1967 Striking Silk Print Strapless Adolfo Gown designer-moschino His clients

His clients

Made of a wool that is heavy enough to hold the shape but not so heavy that it is uncomfortable to wear

I am not sure if I have captured the subtle use of a pale pink that highlights some of the floral details - A pale pale pink has been screened here and there

the rest of the dress is unlined

The waist nips in and flows smoothly up and into the bust

1967 Striking Silk Print Strapless Adolfo Gown designer-moschino His clientsThis gown is so spectacular and so striking it is really an amazing piece. I can date it exactly as it seems to have been deaccessioned from the F. I. T. Museum and still has its original museum tag with the date and donor a Mrs. Mortimer Solomon, who after a bit of research seems to have been a fabulous Palm Beach resident who was an avid client of Adolfo and who donated many pieces to both FIT and The Met. The gown is a silk taffeta with a bold spot