1970s Beaded Silk Alfred Bosand Dress Unlabeled and Fabulous The overall effect is startling

The overall effect is startling with that red and blue combination and the crushed velvet give it an interesting texture

fine cotton in the skirt

There is a cafe au lait color mark on one of the diamonds on the left from just above the knee - please super size to see

There is one silver bead missing on one sleeve but I moved them slightly and it is not noticeable - I am just being very accurate

The hem also widens

1970s Beaded Silk Alfred Bosand Dress Unlabeled and Fabulous The overall effect is startlingWhat I love about this dress is the subtle beading that was used. It is so closely matched to the fabric that you don't necessarily notice it from a distance but it adds a sense of luxury and richness for the wearer like a secret bit of specialness! The base fabric is a silk chiffon with ribbons of silk woven through in long vertical stripes. Over this is a pretty pastel design of dots and flowers. The neck is scooped at the front and then dips very