1970s Bob Mackie Beaded Strapless Ivory Silk Chiffon Dress designer-malcolm-starr The look of this suit

The look of this suit is so shockingly modern it is easy to see why current designers consistently look to the past for inspiration

Ikat is hot hot hot this upcoming season and this is one of the best

The edges are finished with a gold piping

low waist and then flare dramatically from there

1970s Bob Mackie Beaded Strapless Ivory Silk Chiffon Dress designer-malcolm-starr The look of this suitThis gorgeous dress is by Bob Mackie who is perhaps as well known for dressing Cher as he is for his love of over the top opulence in his work. He worked for costume designers Edith Head and Jean Louis before starting his own label. This early influence and love for the glamor of Hollywood is seen all through his career. His work is always extravagant and glamorous in the best possible way. Here we have a lovely off white dress made from silk chiffon