A navy and cream colorblock short dress with cap sleeves and a distinctive diamond cutout bodice, the graphic contrast and architectural detail work in concert to produce a piece that is at once restrained and visually arresting, a balance that defined Bill Blass. Mr Blass was the first call for looks from First Ladies and socialites for decades and became one of the most celebrated names in American fashion from the 1960s through the 1990s. His pieces are experiencing a significant critical and collector reappraisal, his archive pieces represent exceptional value relative to his historical importance.
