c1954 Ceil Chapman Strapless Bead & Sequin Silk Dress designer-genny You could add a crinoline

You could add a crinoline and make this ever more of an exaggeration if you wished

No size tag so please check measurements

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

The skirt closes with a hand set fine painted metal zipper

The skirt flows to the ground in a cascade of fabric- there are yards of fabric in that skirt

c1954 Ceil Chapman Strapless Bead & Sequin Silk Dress designer-genny You could add a crinolineThis 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