Incredible 1960s Malcolm Starr by Elinor Simmons Sequin Beaded Rhinestone Gold Dress z-archive-black and electric blue

and electric blue

This stunning dress was custom made

It is an interesting note that while working under Vionnet he also learned her technique of draping and cutting the fabric using a miniature

The base of the dress is one long and lean sheath in a silk crepe backed in feather light silk chiffon

The shoulders are squared off and padded to hold their shape

Incredible 1960s Malcolm Starr by Elinor Simmons Sequin Beaded Rhinestone Gold Dress z-archive-black and electric blueThis is one of two remarkable dresses that I have today that are absolutely insane to see in real life. Each is so very good and they are not even photoing half as good as either is in person. The weight and sheer amount of hand work to apply those thousands of sequins, crystals and beads needs to be seen in person to truly appreciate. This is one of those pieces that really showcases the higher end work that the label was capable of. The dress is the