1971 Checked Raspberry Rudi Gernreich Maxi Dress Accessories and Separates This the navy twin of

This the navy twin of the clutch that Carrie Bradshaw carried in that famous scene on Sex and The City

The bodice is simple and fitted with w V cut neckline

Bust & Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam

Scarf 32" x 32"

documented book piece that appears in the book "The Art of Zandra Rhodes" from the collection inspired by her trip to Mexico this piece is entitled "Mexican Fan" I that book she says that the "'Mexican Fan' print was an explosive version of the 'Mexican Sombrero' embroidery developed into two fan shapes across the width of the fabric

1971 Checked Raspberry Rudi Gernreich Maxi Dress Accessories and Separates This the navy twin ofThis is a tremendously fabulous example of Gernreich's work! His trademark check is done in a combination of a raspberry red and an unusual shade of purple. The base dress is completely covered in that smaller check pattern with the illusion of a separate vest worn over the dress, but that top piece is actually attached. This is the check that he was doing in 1971 and variations of this can be found in museums around the world. This particular