1986 Patrick Kelly, Sleeveless black dress with buttons Fashion History Timeline Patrick Kelly: Runway of Love' explores Blackness and queerness at PEM WBUR News Patrick Kelly Dress French The Metropolitan Museum of Art Dress by Patrick Kelly, Fall Winter 198687. A joyful burst of color and lovethis heart shaped cascade of buttons on a sleek black mini dress is pure Patrick Kelly. Known for blending playfulness with Patrick Kelly, born on this day in 1954, was a Black American fashion designer who rose to international fame with his playful designs and clever embellishments. Born in Mississippi, Kelly pursued a