Very special early 1960s thick and heavy but still supple silk velvet sheath dress with a spectacular black lace yoke and cuffs.

It is fully lined throughout and falls from the bust in a single column

It is inky black, with no fading or greying. The lace is weighty and starched and gives a wonderful ruff-like appearance.

The dress was made for Maryon by Ricci Michaels of Mayfair. It us fully line throughout.

Of its time but also a timeless statement piece - packed with gothic glamour!

The dress presents beautifully and is in very good condition, clean and fully intact. There are patches of slight disruption to the pile of the velvet, particularly on the bottom of the skirt, but this is a minor issue.

Measures 36” at the bust, 36” at the waist and 55” from shoulder to hem.