Gorgeous 1980s Oscar de la Renta Black Beaded Bow Dress in a Rich Ruby Red Velvet designer-scott-barrie The pattern and color help

The pattern and color help to hide these and it is otherwise perfect

The skirt is wonderful and flows to the floor in a cascade of silk chiffon

The number on the label most likely denoted a custom order

The photos do not come close to capturing the depth and prettiness of the color and how the fabric moves and drapes when the wearer moves

Length: 24" from neck to hem

Gorgeous 1980s Oscar de la Renta Black Beaded Bow Dress in a Rich Ruby Red Velvet designer-scott-barrie The pattern and color helpI love when I find these earlier examples of Oscar de la Renta's work. He would have been more personally involved in them and they really showcase the designer he was to become. It reminds me of the butterfly front dress jerry Hall wore for the Fall 1979 show and I suspect that this was made in and around that time period. The dress really showcases the the genius of his work and attention to detail. I love it. This is an amazing strapless dress that