1960s Pink Chiffon Beaded Gown designer-missoni Rare and wonderful hand cast

Rare and wonderful hand cast panther belt done by New York accessories design

Bodice: 16

The fabric is fluid

Under that is a full bodice with tiny straps

All the letters and eventually the dress itself were sent through the embassy - apparently it saved postage

1960s Pink Chiffon Beaded Gown designer-missoni Rare and wonderful hand castThis is a great example of the hostess dress from the 1960s and the way small designers where taking fabric and using it for maximum effect. The fabric is a swirl of psychedelic pattern in pinks and purples and grounded by deep blues. Parts of the edges of the pattern are highlighted with different colored beads and also rows of pink sequins. It is very subtle but give the dress a touch of glimmer. The main part of the dress is cut with a loose