Cardiere et Cie  Classic Elegant Dress The bodice is black. Probably a wool blend. The waist is similar to a pleated cummerbund. Black decorative buttons on front. Whole dress is lined in black. Back zipper. Back kick pleat.  Purchased at Cardiere et Cie in Southampton, New York in the 1990's. Never Worn. There are no tags., and no fabric content. The skirt is a grey  with black velvet polka  dots. Size 12, but this is vintage sizing. Closer to a 10 today. The measurements are about length 42, bust 38 and waist 30 inches From the top of the dress to the waist about 21 inches, and the skirt to the bottom about 21 inches, total is the 42 inches. Elegant and classic, may have been made in France.