Adele Simpson Vintage Black Velvet and Silk Evening Dress circa 1980s 1970s Adele Simpson red and grey silk dress with cape at 1stDibs Vintage 1950s 1960s Silk Dress by Adele Simpson S M 50s 60s White Adele Simpson Vintage 1970s Modernist Print Shift Dress For Sale at 1stDibs. This is a stunning silk twill dress fashioned along a Westernized version of the cheongsam. It is by Adele Simpson but is unlabeled. I actually has the exact twin of this dress many years ago so know with absolute certainty that it is by her! There is a depth and richness to the silk that you just don't get the full impact of till you see it in person. The exterior of the dress is a Hermes scarf weight silk twill that is screened with that amazing explosion of multi colored flowers. The colors run rampant over the entire piece from the simple, sleeveless, high collared bodice to the skirt that sweeps to the floor in a simple column of fabric. I love how the contrasting bands of design at the neck and how that is picked up again at the hem. And how can you not love the scattering of dots n the background? Lovely and in great condition!Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seamWaist: 12" flat across the back from side seam to side seamHips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seamBodice: 15" from shoulder to waist Skirt: 40" from waist to hemFully lined in a fine black tissue silk and closes with a painted metal zipper with hook & eye at the back of the neck. There are a series of small, well done stitching that were done at the top of one shoulder along the seam and along the top of the collar at the back where the fabric was beginning to separate from the base. It is now stable and these are practically invisible but has been priced accordingly and noted.Modern Sizing equivalent: XS SMLItem# DD974Reference Photo: Adele Simpson Ad, Vogue US, May 1972.This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival