1970s Ted Lapidus Silk Red Blouse with Ruffle Collar Black_Lace_Dress The cap sleeves balance the

The cap sleeves balance the curve of the hip beautifully and the sweetheart neckline flatters the line of the bust

The ornate beadwork embellishment on the overlay beautifully juxtaposes the simplicity of the cut

UK size 8 - 10 but could also be worn looser by a size smaller

6 cms / 42"

This piece could effortlessly transform the plainest of ensembles and would look superb paired with jeans or black trousers

1970s Ted Lapidus Silk Red Blouse with Ruffle Collar Black_Lace_Dress The cap sleeves balance theThis vintage ruffle collar red silk blouse is from revered French designer Ted Lapidus. Lapidus popularised sports utility wear and the safari suit look along with Yves Saint Laurent in the 1960s and '70s. A great example of 1970s daywear from this renowned but under the radar French designer. The blouse has a poet look about it with generous amounts of fabric in the bodice and sleeves. This gives the piece great versatility and could be styled a