1980s 1981 documented BILL TICE halter dress small medium large | new fall winter
m i n t : pristine with no signs of wear- possibly deadstock
e x c e l l e n t : signs of normal wear and age- no obvious flaws
v e r y g o o d : noted minor flaws that may have been already repaired - very wearable
g o o d : many noted minor flaws and/or mends -wearable
f a i r : numerous noted flaws and mends, some significant - still wearable
1981 documented and COVETABLE Bill Tice dress! Done in a black nylon jersey that is slinky and comfy. The plunge halter neckline goes to the waist and ties behind the neck. High slit on the skirt. Wide trapunto stitched gold fabric belt attached at the waist and ties in the front. Elastic waistline and pull on style. Will fit a range of sizes.
The ad reads: Long halter dress in soft, sensuous Qiana with a gold metallic trapunto stitched belt, black $84" ( $300 in todays money)
New York designer Bill Tice is known for his dramatic designs for lingerie and casualwear. Women’s Wear Daily described his loungewear as “not for lounging only”. He worked for prominent names at the time such as Swirl and Malcolm Starr. Bill Tice has been worn by Rachel Zoe, Mary Kate Olsen, Lady Gaga and Nicole Ritchie.
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Brand: Bill Tice
Size on tag: 10
Fits like: small/medium/large
Color: quiana nylon
Condition: Excellent Vintage: tiny pindot hole at back hem. (see last pic)
✂-----Measurements
Bust (underarm seam) : open
Waist: 28" and smaller when belted. This has elastic and can expand too!
Hips: 48"
Length: 62" approx.