1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress 1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress

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1960s Bessi Silk Jersey & Silk Chiffon Pink & Red Print Dress

I love the color of this wonderful Bessi dress and the mix of the silks used. The contrast that is created by using a silk jersey with a silk chiffon is beautiful and that combined with the vivid pink and red mix make for a gorgeous dress. Bessi print are reminiscent of Emilio Pucci but they tend to be more uni-tonal with a play on subtle variations of color. The influence of Pucci can not be denied however. The floral and leaf print on this dress is bright and vivid, combining pops of a cherry red mixed with pink and raspberry. I love the use of the contrasting border at the neck, waist, cuffs and hem that define and anchor the cut of the dress. The dress itself is made from a mix of three silks. The bodice is a silk jersey that is easy to wear and feels fabulous and comfortable once on. The top layer of the skirt is an airy silk chiffon in a matching print to the top that is layered over a solid red silk lining. This inner lining is finished at the hem with a silk chiffon printed border. It is this mix of silks that give the dress that rich feel. Excellent condition

The bodice is unlined and the skirt lined in a red silk inner skirt. It closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper. The bodice has some stretch.

Shoulders: 16"
Sleeves: 24"
Bust: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1188

Reference Photo: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, by Erin Leydon.

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.

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