Rare c1955 Jean Patou Numbered Haute Couture Silk Dress mao-hide Both pieces are made from

Both pieces are made from a silk and nylon mix so it looks like a raw silk but has a touch of bias to the cut

He dressed many celebrities

The spring 1991 collection was lighter and more colorful then the typical black-centric collection from Azzedine

I see small stitch marks above the ribbon in the fabric

The silk is divine and the print feels so fresh and wonderful

Rare c1955 Jean Patou Numbered Haute Couture Silk Dress mao-hide Both pieces are made fromThis is an exceptionally beautiful Jean Patou silk dress that is an absolute masterpiece. It is an important and early representation of both the house of Patou and the level of haute couture being produced during this time period. Jean Patou once said "Certain dressmakers desire to pass for an artist. I have one ambition: that is to have good taste." and this dress is the very epitome of that statement. The dress is numbered and is true haute couture