1960s Geoffrey Beene Colorful Silk Dress designer-herve-leger The gown is cut long

The gown is cut long and full

The bodice is fully lined in a nude silk crepe except for the sleeves and the skirt has a silk organza lining that follows the pattern

This lovely little caftan inspired dress is made of a black cheesecloth so will wear and travel well and is very light and airy to wear

Moutet-Chenu made the toiles which were approved by the designers

The tie to do this must have been astonishing and the effect it creates is amazing

1960s Geoffrey Beene Colorful Silk Dress designer-herve-leger The gown is cut longThis is a fantastic little dress and a bright and colorful one as well! This is everything I love about Beene! It is meticulously made and has used the finest silk that has been beautifully screened with a gorgeous and bright print. Yet it still has that easy to wear, American sportswear feel to it. The silk used is a silk twill think Hermes scarf in weight and feel. This type of silk really holds color superbly and this glorious, huge floral print on