Style Inspiration: Madame Grès Evening Gown c. 1954

Madame Grès Evening Gown c. 1954

This Madame Grès creation features an asymetrical kneckline and exhibits deceptively complex drapery, and demonstrates a clear inspiration from ancient greek renderings, particularly representations of Artemis. The piece is from the The Metrololitan Museum of Art online catalogue.

Vintage Madame Grès Greek Style Evening Dress c. 1955

Detail of evening dress designed by Madame Grès in 1955

Greek style evening dress designed by Madame Grès in 1955

Back of evening dress designed by Madame Grès in 1955