Frank Usher 100% pure silk beaded evening gown

By Daniel Zak Roberts, 24 November, 2018
Description

The dress is 100% pure silk with 100% viscose lining. The dress itself is covered in black and white beading, floor length with long sleeves. The dress has some weight to it. It also has a 25cm split in the back at the bottom, black zip with a hook and eye fastening on the neck.

Category
Vintage Textiles and Clothing
Medium
100% pure silk, 100% viscose lining and covered with black and white beading
Distinguishing marks
Frank Usher
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
Large, 135cm in length and 34cm width
Weight
There is some weight to the dress
History
Frank Usher opened for business in 1946 in London. The company's specialty was bringing high end details and fresh off the runway inspirations at a more moderate price range, emulating such designers as Ossie Clark, and often incorporating high end details such as elaborate embroidery.
For Sale?
No
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