1970s Alfred Bosand Densely Beaded Sequinned & Embroidered Gold & Floral Dress Couture Runway Rare except for the sleeves

except for the sleeves

while the skirt closes at the side with a unpainted metal zipper and hook & eye

It is a stunning and rare example of the Haute Couture pieces the house was producing in this time period

I love the rows of ribbon that are appliqued to create a band around the waist

It is even more wonderful in person

1970s Alfred Bosand Densely Beaded Sequinned & Embroidered Gold & Floral Dress Couture Runway Rare except for the sleevesThis is a fantastic and romantic gown by Alfred Bosand who was really one of the great American designers whose clothes where made to couture levels with lots of hand finishes and detailing to them. Bosand started his career after World War II by attending the Fashion Academy, New York City. He then worked with several designers before launching his own label. By the time he returned in 1986 he was one of New York's last privately owned couture