1940s Black & White Graphic Print Silk Chiffon Dress designer-givenchy The lace lies over a

The lace lies over a second layer of red net and then there is a full under skip built inside as well

Skirt: 26" from bottom of the waist band to bottom hem

it is entirely covered  in a cord lace that sits on top of the inner dress and is only attached along the edges and here and there in the design so it floats over the inner dress

It kills me that there is no label as this is surely a designer piece

1940s Black & White Graphic Print Silk Chiffon Dress designer-givenchy The lace lies over aThis wonderful little dress is so light and easy to wear. It just slips over the head, falls into place and you belt it at the waist for shape. The fabric is a pretty silk chiffon with a graphic black and white print over its surface. The bodice is cut loose and easy to accommodate its slip on shape. The neck line has a V detail with a little bit of pleating to highlight it and the sleeves are just a suggestion. The skirt flares out and is bias cut so