Incredible 1980s Bob Mackie Beaded, Sequin & Rhinestone Detailed Peach Silk Dress z-archive-pierrebalmain and are from a collection

and are from a collection of runway samples and custom made pieces

Note the hem with is suspended band of fabric - each stitch placed by hand

round cut out medallions that are each backed with a red silk the same hue as the top

The cut is open and generous so will fit all sizes and almost verges on a cape with sleeves

Incredible 1980s Bob Mackie Beaded, Sequin & Rhinestone Detailed Peach Silk Dress z-archive-pierrebalmain and are from a collectionThis dress is instantly recognizable as having been designed by Bob Mackie. He was best known for dressing Cher and for his signature glamorous looks. The best of his work are the pieces like this that are dripping with bead work. Modern girls are obsessed with his vintage pieces. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis prior to working as a costume designer and co designing with Ray Aghayan. That led to his incredible journey in designing for