Spring 1992 Bob Mackie Huge Tropical Flower Print Silk Chiffon Dress w Matching Cape designer-leonard-paris Hand covered and set boning

Hand covered and set boning through the shaped bodice

The bodice has wide straps with the same technique used and a square cut neckline

A real find

32" from end to end and will fit any waist under 30"

Spring 1992 Bob Mackie Huge Tropical Flower Print Silk Chiffon Dress w Matching Cape designer-leonard-paris Hand covered and set boningThis stunning and rare gown was designed by Bob Mackie. Mackie shot to fame with the work he did dressing Cher. The best of his work is dramatic and opulent and he was a master at print and color. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis, where he drew Marilyn Monroe's famous 'Happy Birthday, Mr. President' dress, prior to working as a costume designer and co designing with fellow costume designer Ray Aghayan who would become his life partner.