1960s Bead & Pearl Encrusted George Halley Gown designer-stavropoulos Over the entire surface of

Over the entire surface of the wool crepe are tiny hand set silver studs

Made of a black silk taffeta that has that whispering rustle sound to it when ever you move

When you are standing still it settles perfectly about you but when you move you really get the sense of the amount of fabric that is there

Skirt: 47" from empire waist to hem

The bodice of the dress is unlined while the skirt is fully lined in a chocolate tissue silk

1960s Bead & Pearl Encrusted George Halley Gown designer-stavropoulos Over the entire surface ofThis amazing gown only gets better as you get nearer and see the many details that have been added to its entire surface. Rarely do you see a piece so heavily encrusted with appliques as this piece. It is entirely hand finished and meticulously crafted. The fabric is a stunning green silk brocade and just the pure beauty of that perfect green makes its own statement. I believe it to be hand woven silk and there is a secondary color at play underneath