Incredible 1970s Bob Mackie Heavily Beaded Silk Dress designer-la-mendola The skirt is cut in

The skirt is cut in a slightly exaggerated A-line so has that fullness feel of the fifties but really makes you look long and lean still

This would be the perfect "something old" under a cocktail length wedding dress and to the collector is invaluable

It has a silver metal base with big rhinestones that are prong set and five large faux pearls along the front

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam with A-small B cup room built in

Incredible 1970s Bob Mackie Heavily Beaded Silk Dress designer-la-mendola The skirt is cut inThis stunning and rare gown was designed by Bob Mackie. Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis prior to working with designer Ray Aghayan which led to his incredible journey in designing for stars like Cher and Diana Ross for many many years. In some ways he and his creations defined