1950s Pearlescent Trapeze Clear Lucite Top Handle Bag 1980s_gaultier This striking 1970s maxi dress

This striking 1970s maxi dress was designed by French couturier Paul-Louis Orrier

Some of the panelled sections of the skirt are lined in a quality black tulle lace to add some structure

despite its weight

It has long bell-sleeves detailed with lace and which give way to gathered cuffs and sheer ruffles that fall over the hands

The fabric is stunning

1950s Pearlescent Trapeze Clear Lucite Top Handle Bag 1980s_gaultier This striking 1970s maxi dressThis eye catching clear and pearlescent lucite bag was made in the 1950s. A trapeze design is one of the more desirable shapes for collectors and although unlabelled, the quality suggests it was manufactured by one of the greats Charles S Khan, Florida Handbags or Patricia of Miami. The pearlescent lucite forms the sides, lid and flap of the bag, whilst the transparent lucite sides are carved and textured with quilted style stripes. The bag is