Chic 1970s Bill Blass One Shoulder Cut Out Little Black Light Weight Silk Dress w Silk Sash Tie Designer-Howard-Greer which translates to: "made by

which translates to: "made by Maria Carine with special authorization

This same red line runs down the skirt

It is cut to sit in a simple sheath with just a nod tot he waist as it curves in slightly there

It is a wonderful example of the work being done for day wear during this time period

I count at least 8 separate designs worked onto the leather and then patched together to form this incredible jacket

Chic 1970s Bill Blass One Shoulder Cut Out Little Black Light Weight Silk Dress w Silk Sash Tie Designer-Howard-Greer which translates to: "made byBill Blass launched his label in 1970 when he bought out the Maurice Rentner label and re launched it under his own name. Blass was arguably one of the most famous of the American designers. His forte was the ability to mix simple styles with luxurious materials and his evening wear in particular seemed to have a way of flattering the wearer. He knew how to walk that line perfectly. This is a very chic little example of his work from this time period.