Spring 1983 Bob Mackie Hand Applied Bead & Sequin Silk 'Orchid' Dress designer-bill-gibb flat pleats that circle the

flat pleats that circle the hips and the open out to add volume and movement in the skirt

Supermodel length and made of yards and yards of a fabulous white jersey that drapes and moves divinely

Item# DD2579

This one is tiny - it is really too small for the mannequin - I cheated the tie at the waist - on a girl this fits properly it would not be quite as open down the front (but close)

Fully lined in a [ale lavender silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper

Spring 1983 Bob Mackie Hand Applied Bead & Sequin Silk 'Orchid' Dress designer-bill-gibb flat pleats that circle theThis stunning and rare gown was designed by Bob Mackie. Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. 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 stars like Cher and Diana Ross for many years. In some ways he and