Two Geoffrey Beene Dresses with Chenille Detail, Fall 1989

The First: Short black wool crepe evening dress with deep scoop neck, long sleeves, center front zipper closure, and black net with orange chenille polka dot detail on back bodice. The accompanying quilted coat is black satin with net overlay of orange chenille polka dot detail, and hood.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 1343

The Second: Black silk ottoman evening dress with full skirt, center front zipper closure, and point d'esprit sleeves with multi hued pom-poms.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 1362

The First:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 17.5"
Waist: 14"
Hip: 18"
Shoulders: 15"
Length (underarm to hem): 26"
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 23"

Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Coat:
Chest: 43.5"
Hip: 54"
Shoulders: 22"
Length (underarm to hem): 11"
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 22"

The Second:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 17.5"
Waist: 13.5"
Hip: 25"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 46"
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 23"

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