Dress of black mohair, with jewel neckline, self-fabric bow at center front bust, and short sleeves. Overall A-line silhouette. Hem falls just below the knee. Back fastens closed with black plastic buttons.
Worn by Mrs. Harold J. Nutting (d.1962). Petticoat and foundational garment (1962.71) worn with this dress.
Curatorial Statement
This dress is from Yves Saint Laurent's historic first collection for the House of Christian Dior in 1958. Trapèze was introduced with this collection.