An evening dress of black chiffon printed with a pattern of woven threads, the sleeveless dress fastening with a black plastic 'Lightning Zip', with matching short jacket, late 1930s

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An evening dress of black chiffon printed with a pattern of woven threads, the sleeveless dress fastening with a black plastic 'Lightning Zip', with matching short jacket, late 1930s

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The bold use of the new 'Lightning Zip' is reminiscent of Schiapparelli's treatment of fastenings.

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