1930s Silk Taffeta Bias Cut Gown Unlabeled and Fabulous Bodice: approx 10" from shoulder

Bodice: approx 10" from shoulder to empire waist

The fabric on this coat is amazing

Great Bessi pieces are right up there with Pucci and Leonard and this set is great

I love the bow trompe l'oeil effect at the neckline and the there is a pretty rhinestone detailing across the front

A gorgeous late 1970s caftan done in a feather light

1930s Silk Taffeta Bias Cut Gown Unlabeled and Fabulous Bodice: approx 10" from shoulderAbsolutely stunning silk taffeta (but so lightweight I suspect it has a shot of silky rayon mixed in for a bit of fluidity) that has the most beautiful washed floral design hand screened in soft feminine pinks, lavenders and just a touch of green. It is a masterpiece of seaming its literally pieced together, with each piece that creates movement cut on the bias. Literally a marvel of design! The more you realize how many individual panels are used to