1950s Helena Barbieri Beaded Dress designer-valentino The poly jersey has stretch

The poly jersey has stretch so the measurements do have some variance and can be stretched further if needed - it is a tough one to measure

The dress closes with a back zipper and the jacket has no closures

I love the rich feel it gives the piece

Both piece are fully lined in a red silky rayon

Bodice: 14" from neck to natural waist

1950s Helena Barbieri Beaded Dress designer-valentino The poly jersey has stretchHelena Barbieri pieces are as rare as rare can be and this one is so beautiful it takes my breathe away. A rich, luxurious, cream silk base has a flat cut velvet design set directly into the fabric. The skirt is a slight bubble silhouette and the waist is constructed with a slight gather of soft flat pleats. The bodice is strapless and is beaded using pink rhinestones, beads, crystals & sequins! The bead work goes all around the front and across the