1980s Mary MacFadden Couture Sequin Gown designer-valentino Hips: 19" flat across from

Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam of the lining

Hips: to 24" flat across the back from side seam to side seam

We love the trompe l'oeil print

As brilliant as the photos are it does not do the set justice

The original tie belt cinches in the waist and the result is one long

1980s Mary MacFadden Couture Sequin Gown designer-valentino Hips: 19" flat across fromIn 1975 Mary McFadden invented a pleated technique that was a nod to Fortuny but was done in a polyester fabric and whose pleating was permanent. This fabrication became her trademark and was considered cutting edge at the time. This particular gown is a wonderful example of how she worked that fabric in and used it in contrast with other textural elements. The skirt is a beautiful silk brocade and has a subtle shimmer to tit. The top is of course her