Drecoll Model of Moire Crepe Gilda. Paris Spring Season 1913.

4/9/13
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France Fin de siècle fashion. French haute couture gown. Belle Epoque cocktail dress. Model of Moire Crepe

Model of Moire Crepe Gilda

Drecoll Model of Moire Crepe Gilda. Paris Spring Season 1913.

French Blue Moire Crepe Gilda. Gracefully draped skirt. Girdle and belt of black satin. Bulgarian embroidery on sash end. White net vest with pleated ruffle. Cocktail dress by couturier Baron Christoph von Drecoll. Published by Haas brothers.

Gallery: France Fin de siècle fashion. Haute couture costumes 1913.

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