1950s Jacques Fath Geometric Print Silk Top

The fashion career of Jacques Fath spanned a relatively short time - from 1937 until his death in 1954. After his passing, his name fell into obscurity despite the fact that by 1949, Fath was regarded as the heir apparent to Christian Dior. The designs of Jacques Fath celebrated the feminine form, emphasizing the bosom and hips - creating some of the sexiest and most glamorous dresses of the era.  Carmel Snow said about Fath, 'He makes you look like you have sex appeal - and believe me, that's important'. This lovely hip length top displays Fath's signature attention to collar treatments. Silk shantung in a geometric pattern of brown, steel gray, pink, powder blue, bronzy green, sunset gold and white, the bodice is designed with a tromp l'oile scarf effect, loosely draped at the neck.  Sleeveless, with a covered buttoned back, it is lined in white silk crepe de chine.  Bust 36", Hip 38", shoulder 14", length 27".  The blouse also bears a Rimi, London label.  Four of the original seven flat covered buttons have been replaced with domed ones (see last photo for detail) - otherwise, this is in excellent, if not flawless condition, and a beautiful example of a very underrated designer's work. $225