Gold Lamé Wrap Dress by Scott Barrie

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This unique Gold Lamé Wrap Dress by Scott Barrie, designed in the 70s by African American designer Scott Barrie, is a stunning example of his early inclinations toward the wrap dress style that would eclipse the era. The eye-catching gold lamé fabric and matching belt make this dress perfect for a disco night out. Add a touch of glamour to your wardrobe with this one-of-a-kind dress.

Circa 1970s

Condition: dead-stock / factory new (includes production tag)

Designer: Scott Barrie 

Size 6 (stretch waist)

Waist 26”-34”

Bust 32”-34”

Length 49"

Hips 44"

Scott Barrie (1941-1993)

Scott Barrie was an American designer known for sexy matte jersey dresses in the 1960's and 70's. Mr. Barrie was born in Apalachicola, FL and becoming a designer was his goal from childhood.

He studied briefly at the Philadelphia Museum College of Art and came to New York in 1962. He starting cutting and sewing jersey dresses in his apartment, supporting himself with a series of jobs on Seventh Avenue. When Bloomingdale's and Henri Bendel bought some of his designs, he was able to open a showroom in 1968.

Along with Willi Smith and Stephen Burrows, he was one of the first black designers to make his mark in American fashion. Mr. Barrie was a master at draping jersey and chiffon in modern ways that appealed to youthful customers.

In 1980s, he made his home in Milan, working for Krizia for five years and the Japanese company, Kinshido, which sold his designs in Milan D'Or boutiques in Japan and New York.