1950s Helena Barbieri Beaded Dress designer-valentino The poly jersey has stretch

The poly jersey has stretch so the measurements do have some variance and can be stretched further if needed - it is a tough one to measure

well made and a stunning details - all add up to† really wonderful example of how fabulous dresses were from this era

Such a shame that this piece does not have any other label other then the Saks Fifth Avenue department store label as it must be a designer piece

Bodice: 14" from neck to natural waist

1950s Helena Barbieri Beaded Dress designer-valentino The poly jersey has stretchHelena Barbieri pieces are as rare as rare can be and this one is so beautiful it takes my breathe away. A rich, luxurious, cream silk base has a flat cut velvet design set directly into the fabric. The skirt is a slight bubble silhouette and the waist is constructed with a slight gather of soft flat pleats. The bodice is strapless and is beaded using pink rhinestones, beads, crystals & sequins! The bead work goes all around the front and across the