1960’s Peach Crepe Full Length Couture Dress with Beaded Bodice American_Vintage An inward facing pleat falling

An inward facing pleat falling from the centre reverse just below the waistline enhances the shape of the skirt with a modest tail

Marked as a European size 40 an would therefore suit a US size 8 or UK 12

and a beautiful cut over the curve of the hip

SHOULDERS - 15 in

mint and yellow

1960’s Peach Crepe Full Length Couture Dress with Beaded Bodice American_Vintage An inward facing pleat fallingThis enchanting 1960s peach silk crepe couture evening gown with beaded bodice is a beautifully elegant piece that we attribute to either Hardy Amies or Norman Hartnell. I have handled dozens of couture pieces of both designers over the years and this is exceptional unmatched British couture; both British designers were appointed as Royal dressmakers by Queen Elizabeth II during the 1950s. This beautiful dress has all of the hallmarks of a Royal