1980s Bill Blass Check & Bright Backless Dress designer-nat-kaplan It is the epitome of

It is the epitome of what he represented - well tailored

The waist is defined by a gathered panel

Made of a deep burgundy crepe fabric detailed with satin to bring out the design elements perfectly

The skirt is to the ground and there is lots of fabric in it - its flat pleated around the waist in bit exaggerated pleats which give it lots of that fantastic fabric

It hugs the body past the hips and then there is a low dropped 10" skirt that has hidden layers of ruffles silk under it to give it volume and a sexy little kick of extra color when you sit

1980s Bill Blass Check & Bright Backless Dress designer-nat-kaplan It is the epitome ofThis dress is absolutely darling! It is impossible to look at it and not feel happy! This is his diffusion line form the 80s but it was so cute I could not resist and well most of the pieces form this particular part of his empire were not as fabulous as the main line was, I think this particular dress stands up well. The top has a halter neck that leave the back bare. The waist cinches in and it has its original belt so you can cinch it more if you