Museum Held Fall 1990-91 Geoffrey Beene Sequin & Lace Dress designer-bill-gibb The cut is a simple

The cut is a simple A-line with sleek and simple sleeves and a double row of metal buttons down the front

If this was not made for someone in a band I would be astounded

The top is lined through the bodice with a chocolate silk chiffon and it closes at the front with a zipper

Reference Photos: Ad in Vogue February 15

Museum Held Fall 1990-91 Geoffrey Beene Sequin & Lace Dress designer-bill-gibb The cut is a simpleOnly 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