Geoffrey Beene Dress with Sequined Bolero, Fall 1988
An archive note states this dress was worn by author Amy Fine Collins when she attended the CFDA Fashion Awards at The New York Public Library on June 4, 2007. An image of Amy Fine Collins in this dress can be found at Getty Images.
Evening dress and bolero ensemble consisting of an empire waist dress with a skirt of olive silk woven with black shadow dots and the high-waisted bodice embroidered with green sequins and with scalloped bands of orchid and pale blue sequins. The bolero is
embroidered with yellow and gold sunrise motif against a red
sequined ground.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 1222a,b
DRESS
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 17"
Waist: 15"
Hip: 23"
Length (underarm to hem): 47"
BOLERO
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 18"
Waist: 16"
Shoulders: 15"
Length (underarm to hem): 3.5"
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 21.5"
Condition
Condition:Overall condition is good with some sequin loss on the bolero jacket, especially at the right elbow and left of center front. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. As everything is sold 'as is', we suggest that you request a more detailed condition report and additional photo. This can be obtained via the INQUIRE button or by email at couturecr@lesliehindman.com. Condition is a matter of opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.