Two Geoffrey Beene Dresses, Spring 1968
A duplicate of the white dress was donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art by Geoffrey Beene in 2001: accession number 2001.393.2.
Geoffrey Beene archive notes state the design of the white dress was 'designed for the Supremes in 1968'.
The First: Multi-colored sequin striped mini cocktail dress with wide scoop neck, white ostrich feathered skirt, and center back zipper closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 16
The Second: Multi-colored sequin striped mini cocktail dress with jewel neck, black ostrich feathered skirt, and center back zipper closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 16
The First:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 17"
Waist: 16.5"
Hip: 18"
Shoulders: 12.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 26"
The Second:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 16"
Waist: 15"
Hip: 17"
Shoulders: 12"
Length (underarm to hem): 25"
Condition
Condition:The First:Overall condition is good with missing sequins on each shoulder.
The Second:Overall condition is very good with a few missing sequins on the left shoulder.
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