1994 Renalto Balestra Metallic Blue Halter Gown with Shawl period_1930s Bodice is constructed of red

Bodice is constructed of red silk faille over cream silk crepe with the two-tiered skirt constructed of pleated cream silk crepe

New with tags 2012 fawn laser-cut leather harness belt by Max Azria for Herve Leger

Width: 1 1/2 inches

The suede panels form a symmetrical design of two C's facing way from each other

Made of rayon

1994 Renalto Balestra Metallic Blue Halter Gown with Shawl period_1930s Bodice is constructed of redThis custom gown was produced by designer Renato Balestra and graced the cover of all Ebony Fashion Fair advertisements for the 1994 1995 event. Long flowing metallic blue maxi halter dress has an inner belt creating a blouson draped bodice. Snap closure at back. Ties at high neck. The large rectangular shawl measures 8'4"x 4'3" and is trimmed in matching blue ostrich feathers with silver metallic threads. Own a piece of American cultural history that