1970s Turquoise Blue Silk Bessi Maxi Dress designer-helena-barbieri Def a cut for a

Def a cut for a bombshell of a girl

The matching fabric sash is attached

It is cut in a classic shift with lots of great seaming details to instantly identify it as a Courreges

The bodice is fitted with a high lace neckline

Hand rolled leather toggles and loops

1970s Turquoise Blue Silk Bessi Maxi Dress designer-helena-barbieri Def a cut for aThe color on this Bessi gown is just exquisite its like all the colors of a tropical sea! You can easily see the time spent at Pucci strongly influencing the designer before striking out on her own. The palette is a stunning mix of soft turquoise shot through with pale lavender accents, pops of white and soft blues and greys. I love the contrasting border that defines and anchors the sleeves and skirt of the dress. Made of a mix of silks, the bodice