1970s Graphic Geoffrey Beene Silk Backless Dress designer-ossie-clark It has a dramatic neckline

It has a dramatic neckline with its built in bra cups that are set within a series of rounded cut outs

one of division

This contrasts sharply with the vertically striped skirt

The top is covered with a scatter of little round faux pearls that are sewn on in a tighter pattern as you near the top of the shoulder

beautiful lace edging the neck and arms

1970s Graphic Geoffrey Beene Silk Backless Dress designer-ossie-clark It has a dramatic necklineThis dress is a wonderful and early example of Geoffrey Beene's work and to me completely sums up the Beene aesthetic pieces with a simple cut that had unexpected details and bold use of fabrics that made you catch your breathe. From the front this is a bold and wonderful sleeveless bodice. The graphic curved print has been screened onto a bengaline silk. The bodice is fitted and then the skirt sweeps out and there are literally yards of fabric in