c1954 Ceil Chapman Strapless Bead & Sequin Silk Dress designer-genny I found some reference photos

I found some reference photos that show that same lace inset technique used on this dress

The sleeves are cut to just past the elbow and each is trimmed with a dyed shave beaver fur that is extremely soft to touch

Fully lined in a nude silk crepe and the sleeves are left unlined

A gathered bit of silk is attached to one side and swoops up and over the neckline to create a goddess like one shoulder silhouette

Balenciaga has gone down in history as being one of the great Masters of couture and was known in particular for his sculptural approach

c1954 Ceil Chapman Strapless Bead & Sequin Silk Dress designer-genny I found some reference photosThis beautiful dress was created by Ceil Chapman who is often referred to as Marilyn Monroe's favorite designer. It is so beautiful in person and the level of detail put into the construction is wonderful. The dress is constructed from a blue silk crepe that has a touch of stretch to it which allows the dress to move and mold itself the the wearer. The silk is then covered in swirls of blue glass tube beads mixed with iridescent blue sequins that