Three Stephen Burrows Pieces: Two Dresses and One Metal Mesh Top, 1970s

Stephen Burrows’ designs captured the spirit and levity of the time; young and nearly untrained when he rose to prominence, Burrows was unencumbered by the weight of French couture, which affected his more established peers. In these garments, the ties allow for a customized fit and enable the wearer to contour the garment to their body. “Dancing is in my clothes,” said Burrows, “the movement; that you can do anything and feel free in the garment.”

This lot includes three pieces: two dresses, one mesh top.

THE FIRST
Black jersey knit halter dress with tieable neckline, rolled jersey straps for bust tie, and tieable paneled skirt.
Label: Stephen Burrows' World
Size Label: S
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Chest: 33"
Waist: 22"
Hips: 30"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 51"

THE SECOND
Black jersey knit spaghetti strap dress with tie front and gathered columnar skirt.
Label: Stephen Burrows' World
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Chest: 32"
Waist: 23"
Hips: 35"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 57"

THE THIRD
Gold-tone metal mesh open front top with flutter cap sleeves, etched bead and shirred shoulder detail, and metallic leather necktie.
Label: Stephen Burrows' World
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15"
Chest: 41.5"
Waist: 41.5"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 22.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 10.5"

Property from the Collection of Michelle Smith, Washington, D.C.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good structurally though there two spots on the front right skirt hip and a few small light spots on the back of the skirt on the right side and center back.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good structurally with a light spot on the center front skirt around the knee level.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is good though there have been some repairs made to each of the side seams and a small hole in the back. There are a few missing links at each of those sections.

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A Life in Couture: The Collection of Michelle Smith

Three Stephen Burrows Pieces: Two Dresses and One Metal Mesh Top, 1970s

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