Late 1960s Geoffrey Beene Cotton Paisley Dress

Fabricated in a paisley printed polished cotton

Bodice and skirt lined in a silk organza

Shawl collar trimmed in a deep midnight blue silk satin

Deep plunging bodice fastens with two hooks and thread loops down center front and and invisible zipper at the center front of the skirt

Bust darts in front and shoulder darts in back for fit.

Full length sleeves fasten with a single silk covered button at the cuff

Skirt is gathered into the waist seam

Deep 4” hem clean finished into the lining.

Maker: Geoffrey Beene, sold through Dayton’s Oval Room

Condition: Very good/ excellent. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, arrives clean and ready to wear.

Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.

Size: Looks to best suit a modern Medium with ease. (possibly a fitted large, but check the armscye and bicep) Please use measurements below.

Shoulder: 16 3/4”

Bust: 44”

Waist: 32”

Hips: 64”

Sweep: 76”

Length: 14 3/4” from shoulder to waist seam

Length: 42 1/4” from shoulder to waist seam

Sleeve Length: 19” under arm 26” over arm

Armscye: 17.5”

Bicep: 14”

Cuff: 8”

Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip

Has been clipped on model 

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