1970s Geoffrey Beene Simple Silk Crepe Dress

plain does not mean boring Simple does not mean boring. In fact, we find that the simple things in your closet get worn the most and last the longest. Love that Galliano coat you fell in love with, sure, but how many years can you wear that without looking like the last time you could afford anything was 2004? All the enduring style icons have sported a simple canvas embellished with accessories; Millicent Rogers, Babe Paley, Diana Vreeland , Gabrielle Chanel. Need us to keep going? A simple Geoffrey Beene silk crepe dress to wear anytime with anything. Spectacularly supple to touch, the cut is what you'd expect from Beene - flawless and the quality of fabric unheard of in mainstream pret-a-porter. Diagonal seams start at the throat and end at the waist in a two inverted, soft pleats. Cap sleeved, it buttons in back to the waist with small black checkerboard textured buttons. Lined in silk crepe de chine, the bust measures 36", hips 40" and length 40". Excellent condition. $295.00
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