1980s Mary MacFadden Couture Sequin Gown designer-valentino Red lizard skin exterior/leather lined

Red lizard skin exterior/leather lined item features gold mounts & center locking hook clasp

I love the pretty cap sleeves and contrasting border that highlights the neck

in the 50s was an equal to Valentino and Irene Galtzine

As brilliant as the photos are it does not do the set justice

Hips: to 24" flat across the back from side seam to side seam

1980s Mary MacFadden Couture Sequin Gown designer-valentino Red lizard skin exterior/leather linedIn 1975 Mary McFadden invented a pleated technique that was a nod to Fortuny but was done in a polyester fabric and whose pleating was permanent. This fabrication became her trademark and was considered cutting edge at the time. This particular gown is a wonderful example of how she worked that fabric in and used it in contrast with other textural elements. The skirt is a beautiful silk brocade and has a subtle shimmer to tit. The top is of course her