Incredible 1980s Bob Mackie Beaded, Sequin & Rhinestone Detailed Peach Silk Dress designer-tina-lesser The skirt is set into

The skirt is set into that and is done in tiers that widen out to be very full by the time they reach the hem

Lots of hand finishes and made to demi-couture level

the little black dress

Over this sits is a  full length vest that closes at the neck only and has little cap sleeves and high vents running up each side

This black velvet edging is also used to create the pretty collar and continues all the way down and around the hips

Incredible 1980s Bob Mackie Beaded, Sequin & Rhinestone Detailed Peach Silk Dress designer-tina-lesser The skirt is set intoThis dress is instantly recognizable as having been designed by Bob Mackie. He was best known for dressing Cher and for his signature glamorous looks. The best of his work are the pieces like this that are dripping with bead work. Modern girls are obsessed with his vintage pieces. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis prior to working as a costume designer and co designing with Ray Aghayan. That led to his incredible journey in designing for