Bellville Sassoon is probably most renowned for the designing of Princess Diana's 'going away' suit, worn after her wedding (see below), amongst many other suits, and evening gowns produced for the Princess. Also having designed the famous off-shoulder evening gown worn to the Gonzaga exhibition, which became one of her most symbolic garments.

 

This example is an emerald green silk chiffon evening dress, dating to the 1980's. Decorated with tierred ruffles with a sexy single-shoulder top, and slitted side with cascading ruffles which spiral outward towards the hemline.

 

The dress is lined and labelled Bellville Sassoon / Made in England, it fastens at the side with a zipper.

 

 

Measurements: Bust 35", Waist 25".

 

The condition is almost Excellent- there is the tiniest hint of discolouration to the lining at the underarms (lining only!), unseen when worn.