Museum Held Fall 1990-91 Geoffrey Beene Sequin & Lace Dress designer-herve-leger The original tie belt cinches

The original tie belt cinches in the waist for the perfect refined finish

The legs are cut long and loose and the neckline is kept high

Wonderful and unique top that I feel must have had a label at some point as it is so striking and unusual - perhaps Kenzo or of that ilk

Love the seaming through the bodice - take a moment to see - its all angled and really interesting

Museum Held Fall 1990-91 Geoffrey Beene Sequin & Lace Dress designer-herve-leger The original tie belt cinchesOnly one year before Beene had opened a retail shop on 5th Avenue and his business was booming. For the 1990 season his designs were sleek and body conscious and remain to this day one of the most copied of seasons. The focus was on curves both the female form in the dress and the lines that made up the dresses. He played with a mix of fabrics and textures mixing lace, velvet, chiffon and sequins with abandon. This is a stunning example of this season