1960s Pink Chiffon Beaded Gown designer-missoni All the letters and eventually

All the letters and eventually the dress itself were sent through the embassy - apparently it saved postage

The inner lining covers the skirt and the front of the bodice leaving the entire back and sleeves covered only by the semi-transparent silk

This is a suit that is the equivalent of couture today

Bodice: 16

Rare and wonderful hand cast panther belt done by New York accessories design

1960s Pink Chiffon Beaded Gown designer-missoni All the letters and eventuallyThis is a great example of the hostess dress from the 1960s and the way small designers where taking fabric and using it for maximum effect. The fabric is a swirl of psychedelic pattern in pinks and purples and grounded by deep blues. Parts of the edges of the pattern are highlighted with different colored beads and also rows of pink sequins. It is very subtle but give the dress a touch of glimmer. The main part of the dress is cut with a loose