1950s Pierre Balmain Foundation Garment designer-chloe The neck is high with

The neck is high with a pointed collar that sits atop a band so the height is even more exaggerated

It is a masterpiece in cut with an almost sculptural/architectural nod in its design

The size is variable because of the loose flowing cut and undefined seams

Over this is a classic little jacket that does up with hidden closures so the effect is very lady-like and polished

This would have been cutting edge fabric at the time when it was made - it was a revolution to be able to wash and wear with so little effort

1950s Pierre Balmain Foundation Garment designer-chloe The neck is high withThis is a very rare piece that is extremely hard to find Couture Pierre Balmain piece. This is a full underdress foundation garment meant to wear under an exterior dress. Its base is constructed and made as well as you would expect from a proper cocktail dress! The inner layer of fabric is a ribbed grosgrain like silk and this is covered in the layers of netting all in the perfect off white. It is strapless and boned through the bodice and the tulle