An evening dress of fine black chiffon, the sleeveless bodice with knotted cape mantle, the skirts elaborately panelled at right angles, and another dress composed of alternating bands of black lace and chiffon, the chiffon bands tying at the waist, and a black ciré satin evening dress with matching wrap-around bolero, all 1930s (3)

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An evening dress of fine black chiffon, the sleeveless bodice with knotted cape mantle, the skirts elaborately panelled at right angles, and another dress composed of alternating bands of black lace and chiffon, the chiffon bands tying at the waist, and a black ciré satin evening dress with matching wrap-around bolero, all 1930s (3)

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The first dress is reminiscent in style and technique of Chanel and possibly Molyneux.

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