Geoffrey Beene Bodice, Spring 1963

This bodice was featured on the 1963 cover of American Vogue, following the launch of Geoffrey Beene's line the same year.

Black and pearl sequined sleeveless turtleneck blouse with nude underlining, black silk satin ribbon waist band with bow detail, and center back loop and button closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 8

Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 15"
Waist: 12"
Shoulders: 12.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 12"

Condition:
The overall condition is poor with numerous missing or loose/falling sequins and general soiling/yellowing from wear around collar and throughout lining. Numerous detached sequins have been preserved in a small bag. The garment is sold as an important example of Geoffrey Beene's work, but would suffer from being worn.

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Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

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Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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Geoffrey Beene Bodice, Spring 1963

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