Oscar de la Renta Boutique 70's Floral Tribal Metallic Dress - Wounded Bird

An extraordinary vintage Oscar de la Renta Boutique maxi dress with the kind of textile drama that immediately commands attention. Rendered in a richly layered tribal-inspired floral print, the fabric combines black, burnt orange, red, ivory, and ochre with shimmering metallic gold brocade woven throughout, giving the dress remarkable depth and luminosity.

The fitted bodice is finished with a sharp dagger collar, while the gathered full-length skirt creates a beautifully elongated, almost regal silhouette. A metal zipper closes the back. The mixture of graphic florals, metallic patterning, and saturated color makes this a striking example of the bold, globally influenced glamour associated with vintage Oscar de la Renta.

This dress is offered as part of our Wounded Bird Collection — exceptional vintage pieces whose beauty and significance remain intact despite condition issues.

The sleeves have areas of substantial fabric damage, as shown in the photographs. We believe this piece offers several thoughtful restoration possibilities: the damaged sleeves could potentially be removed to create a sleeveless silhouette, or a skilled seamstress/restorer could incorporate complementary fabric to partially or fully reconstruct them. We have intentionally left the dress in its current state so its next owner can determine the restoration approach that best preserves its character.

Even as it stands, the magnificent metallic textile, striking silhouette, and Oscar de la Renta provenance make this a special piece worthy of preservation.

Measurements, taken flat:
Shoulders: 15"
Pit to pit: 17"
Waist: 13.5"
Length: 52"

Condition: Wounded Bird Collection. Main section of the dress is good condition. Significant damage to the sleeve fabric; please review all photographs carefully. The dress is being offered with restoration or redesign in mind.

Label: Oscar de la Renta Boutique
Provenance: Adrianne Boston
Details: Dagger collar, metallic gold brocade, tribal-inspired floral motif, rear metal zipper.