Outstanding 1967 George Halley Couture Heavily Embroidered, Rhinestone & Applique Soft Pink Dress z-archive-christiandior Fully lined in a matching

Fully lined in a matching colored pink silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper

These give the fabric an almost antique feel that is gorgeous

The bodice curves down into the side panel on the bow side

Both of these details are done in the manner that Couture pieces were finished during this time period

Outstanding 1967 George Halley Couture Heavily Embroidered, Rhinestone & Applique Soft Pink Dress z-archive-christiandior Fully lined in a matchingThe twin of this dress in a different colour resides in the permanent collection of the Met Museum. It was made under the creative direction of George Halley. Halley was one of the great American Couturiers. George Halley started his career working for Charles James who said of the young designer that he 'was a genius at draping'. By the time Halley opened his own atelier in 1966 he was well on his way to fame. He won the Coty Award in 1968 and his