Iconic, rare 1969 red & gold floral brocade maxi dress - High ruffle neck - Long sleeves w/ruffle trim - Maxi length - Fully lined (see photos showing it inside out) - Subtle crinoline for fullness - No fabric tag but it’s very high quality silky brocade /jacquard - Size small - measurements will be posted soon - Excellent condition This rare, iconic dress tells the story of incredible women in fashion history: This dress was featured in Vogue magazine in 1969, modeled by the beautiful Charlene Dash. She was one of the first black supermodels in the United States. The Vogue photographer is Gianni Penati. The designer, Mollie Parnis, was one of the first female fashion designers in the US to have her own label. She is best known for designing clothing worn by many First Ladies & the uniform of the Cadet Nurse Corps in World War II. This dress also has a tag from the high end New York boutique, Mabel Dahany, where it was sold originally. The boutique was founded by two sisters in the 1920s & was open for nearly 100 years ! This is an exceptional, exquisite dress worthy of a museum. Tags: iconic fashion history female designer 1969 60s Charlene Dash 60s 70s black supermodel designer Mollie Parnis gold red silk floral brocade Queen princess royalty high end luxe luxury pristine vintage formal red carpet event special occasion prom wedding cosplay medieval Rennaisance Edwardian jacquard rare maxi dress ruffle neck gala costume ball First Lady exquisite museum