Incredible Spring 1985 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Pale Nude Silk Chiffon Dress w Attached Cape designer-nat-kaplan The fabric is cut mostly

The fabric is cut mostly on the bias and I love the way the top portion buttons and the contrasting striping

The dress is strapless and the bodice is set on a curving sweetheart shape to emphasize the bust

bold pink silk that perfectly pops when the jacket is opened

The shoulders are slightly sloped but shaped with padding

Its so fun and unusual

Incredible Spring 1985 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Pale Nude Silk Chiffon Dress w Attached Cape designer-nat-kaplan The fabric is cut mostlyFor the Chanel Spring 1985 collection Karl sent several versions of this dress down the runway. The closest to this one was worn by Jerry Hall, but I have included here all of the ones we found so you can get a great idea of how the dress is on the body. I love that there is even a shot of Karl with Ines! With so many version of the dress sent down the runway there is no doubt that this look was key to the collection that season. It is a gorgeous