Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress
Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress

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Early 1970s Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan One Shoulder Beaded Jersey Dress

I am listing three of these early Bob Mackie and Ray Aghayan dresses today and all are from the daughter of the original owner. All three have some degree of flaws to them but it was very important to my client to find new homes for these where they could be loved once again so all are priced very reasonably given the rarity of them. All are strong and wearable if you don't mind  that they are not 100% perfect. They are all from the early seventies and showcase the very beginning of Bob Mackie's career and this early collaboration that he had with Ray, who would end up being his life partner as well and was already an established, award winning costume designer in his own right. This label precedes Mackie's own label.

The dress is made out of a stretch silk jersey in a stunning coral peach color that is a bit more vibrant in person then how it photoed here. I love the one shoulder silhouette and how the front of the bodice has an elaborate and beautiful beaded Native American feeling bird. All of the bead work is done by hand and has been hand applied to the dress. It is made entirely of turquoise, coral and wood beads and then it is edged in round silver beads. The tail of the bird is a dramatic cascade of long beaded fringe that goes almost to the hem. This elaborate applique gives the simple cut of the dress an instant dose of high glamour and the bird itself is like wearing a huge piece of jewelry. The fabric is cut on the bias and is insanely comfortable to wear so the contrast of that glamorous detailing paired with a comfortable dress is irresistible. This is an amazing piece for the collector and these early duo label examples are very rare as they were made in extremely limited quantities. I have sold another example of this dress in a different color so was very familiar with this one. This one is unlabeled and has some small flaws but is in overall great condition. 

Unlined and closes with a hand set, slightly offset back painted metal zipper. The bird was beaded as a separate piece and then hand applied. The stitching is easily seen on the back of the fabric. The color is a touch more vibrant in person. Unlabeled. My cleaners managed to lighten the spots that were on the dress and the one that are left are very light now. The last three photos show the worst of them. Sold as is and as final sale.

Bust: 15-17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 56" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3325

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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