1960s Geoffrey Beene Top Stitch Dress designer-geoffrey-beene ) On the runway

) On the runway

This is stunning matte silk satin faille kimono inspired piece that can be worn as a dress

It is not till you get close to the dress that you fully realize its genius

pearls and metal tassels that swing with your every move

This is an amazing piece that my client bought at auction many many years ago

1960s Geoffrey Beene Top Stitch Dress designer-geoffrey-beene ) On the runwayAn amazing, sculptural piece from Geoffrey Beene in the most amazing starched linen fabric with bold white top stitching! It has a definite mod chicness to it! The bodice is dipped deep in the front and it zips to close an unusual touch. The skirt flares out in an A line and has a gorgeous rounded front detailing a signature touch from Beene. I love the rounded collar and how bold it is. This picks up that round front of the skirt and the big round