1960s French Couture Simone Minman Couture Babydoll Dress 60s_Cocktail_Dress This beautiful 1960s black empire

This beautiful 1960s black empire line mini dress is couture by French designer Simone Minman and is of exceptional quality

At some point a modern zip fastening was added on the left side

tailored around the bodice and neatly cinched at the waist with an A-line shin length skirt

The pleating on the bust crosses over to create a V neckline below the halter straps that accentuates the bust

The piece combines stylish simplicity with flamboyant

1960s French Couture Simone Minman Couture Babydoll Dress 60s_Cocktail_Dress This beautiful 1960s black empireThis beautiful 1960s black empire line mini dress is couture by French designer Simone Minman and is of exceptional quality. The dress is comprised of black crepe and immaculately lined in gold toned satin fabric and has a classic babydoll silhouette finishing just below the knee. The crepe overlay is embellished with thick grosgrain and lace trim on the hem and waistband with appliqu square designs on the skirt in the same fabrics. The dress is