1970s Carven Haute Couture Chevron Print Chiffon Maxi Dress For Sale at Rare 1970s Carven Lace Strapless Dress 1970s Carven Haute Couture Chevron Print Chiffon Maxi Dress For Sale at 1970s Carven Haute Couture Chevron Print Chiffon Maxi Dress For Sale at Travilla Strapless Silk Strapless Gown 1970s For Sale at 1stDibs. Slightly insane yet still oddly fabulous this rare Carven strapless dress is a real find! From the late 70's it has the beginnings of what the next decade would bring to the fashion table fabulous extravagance and exaggerated proportions. The body of the dress is strapless and fitted. A sleek silk satin interior is covered with black lace over which black silk ribbon is hand applied and twisted into little florets. This skims and hugs the body to the hips and then all craziness breaks loose. The lower portion of the hem explodes in a profusion of pleated ruffles and huge satin flowers at the front. The volume is perfectly balanced by the bareness of the shoulders and despite its over the top feel it somehow manages to stay to right side of the line for chic. Very rare piece. Excellent condition Bust: 17 flat across from side seam to side seam Waist: 14 flat across from side seam to side seam the inside dress Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam the inside dress Length: 37" from top of bust to hem Fully lined in black silk satin. It closes with a side zipper. The bodice has interior boning through the bust area for additional support. Modern Sizing equivalent: SML MED (6 10) Item# DD955 This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival