1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress 70s_Silk_Crepe_Set She was renowned during the

She was renowned during the 1970s and early 1980s for her romantic gowns which were of elaborate construction

or 6 to 10 US

it has clearly been made to an incredibly high standard and manufactured in France

finished off with triple spaghetti straps to either side

not seen on the outside

1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress 70s_Silk_Crepe_Set She was renowned during theThis is a truly elegant formal gown by renowned occasion wear designer Patricia Lester who has been designing costume and fashion with her husband Charles, for over 50 years. Made from an inky black and very finely hand pleated silk which gives the fabric and incredible elasticity and envelopes the wearer. Very reminiscent of the original Mariano Fortuny evening gowns created from 1909 onwards and who was himself, inspired by the classical draped