1960s French Hand Bead & Rhinestone Net Gown designer-frank-usher The fabric is so extraordinary

The fabric is so extraordinary I am actually sad that i have to try to convey it by words

The bodice crosses with a matching fabric to the waist band halter that goes up and around the neck

Drops feature faux pearl centers

A orange based red chiffon drapes perfectly over an inner built in dress giving it a wonderfully romantic and exotic feel

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1960s French Hand Bead & Rhinestone Net Gown designer-frank-usher The fabric is so extraordinaryThis is an exquisite 1960s net sheath whose exterior is covered with hand done bead work. Made of two layers of a fine pale pink net with flowers adoring its surface. You would rarely see this level of handwork on a piece today and if you did it would cost far more! ! Each flower is a beautiful dense portrait with tube beads, faux pearls, sequins and rhinestones forming a raised 3D effect blossom. These cover the entire dress on both the front and