Spring 1983 Bob Mackie Hand Applied Bead & Sequin Silk 'Orchid' Dress designer-rudi-gernreich A jaunty multi bowed detail

A jaunty multi bowed detail sits at one hip and each loop is backed int he same shades of silk chiffon that circles the hemline

Sleeves: approx 25" and will come up slightly once the cuff is closed

was photographed by Jeanloup Sieff

The color is slightly more vibrant in person

Jean Muir is renowned for her cut and use of fluid flowing silk like jerseys and this is a beautiful example of that

Spring 1983 Bob Mackie Hand Applied Bead & Sequin Silk 'Orchid' Dress designer-rudi-gernreich A jaunty multi bowed detailThis stunning and rare gown was designed by Bob Mackie. Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. 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 stars like Cher and Diana Ross for many years. In some ways he and