1970's Averardo Bessi Neutral Colored Silk Graphic Maxi Dress
$925.00
Description
Wonderfully crafted multi scale print silk maxi dress by Bessi. This dress has an elegant mandarin collar that can be worn open or closed. Long sleeves are pinch pleaded at the cuff. There is a wide large scale floral print accentuating the waist and hem. The flowers fade from small to large down the front of the skirt. It is fully lined with peach "Bessi" monogrammed silk.
Let's talk about this print! It has just the right amount of asymmetry that gives this dress some artsy charm!
Averardo Bessi originally released his designs in 1950's Florence and his brand still flourishes today!
DESIGNER
Averardo Bessi
BRAND
Bessi
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Italy
PERIOD
1960-1969
CONDITION
Excellent
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WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS
D 56 in.
D 142.24 cm
MARKED SIZE
2-4 See Measurements (US)
BUST
34 in. (86.36 cm)
WAIST
30 in. (76.2 cm)
HIP
42 in. (106.68 cm)
LENGTH
56 in. (142.24 cm)
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Materials & Techniques
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Size
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Size Chart
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MARKED SIZE
2-4 (US)
BUST
36 in. (91.44 cm)
WAIST
27 in. (68.58 cm)
HIP
38 in. (96.52 cm)
LENGTH
55.5 in. (140.97 cm)
