1961 Ferdinando Sarmi Strapless Yellow Floral Print Silk Chiffon Dress w Front Bow Detail designer-ted-lapidus The cut will allow it

The cut will allow it to fit a variety of sizes

This early influence and love for the glamor of Hollywood is seen all through his career

Bust: The attached silk under dress is 18" from side seam to side seam

with a high neckline at the front and a slight V at the back

Unlined and has a back zipper

1961 Ferdinando Sarmi Strapless Yellow Floral Print Silk Chiffon Dress w Front Bow Detail designer-ted-lapidus The cut will allow itFerdinando Sarmi was an actual Italian Count and started his design career working for the Elizabeth Arden couture salon during the 1950s. In 1959 he ventured off on his own and launched his label. He designed for just over a decade before closing up shop. During those ten or so years he was known for his evening wear especially. The fabrics he chose were often opulent or very difficult to work with. This dress is very similar to the one photoed for