Pierre Balmain Haute Couture c.1963 Black & White Polka Dot Bow Silk Gown

Vintage Pierre Balmain 

Haute Couture

c.1963 - images shown of similar Pierre Balmain gowns from 1953 (image) & 1964 (sketch)

From the lifetime of Pierre Balmain

Black and white polka dot silk gown

A-line 

Straight neckline 

Black edging with black bow 

One large pleat at the back, fastened with hook & eye and popper button on bow 

Can also be worn reversed

Heavy silk

No size tag as made to order

Measurements - 

Bust 36"

Waist 34"

Length from front 52"

Length from back 65"

Discolouration under arms (very unnoticeable when worn)

An area of colour bleeding on side