Museum Held Fall 1990-91 Geoffrey Beene Sequin & Lace Dress designer-harvey-berin It is a glorious riot

It is a glorious riot of color with Pink and purple mixing with softer shades of both in huge blossoms that cover the entire dress

Each is created by the insertion of little rounded triangles of fabric

This is a classic Parnis silhouette that is almost sculptural in feel

Its gathered to one side with an enormous half bow and the edging of black velvet is placed to further emphasize the curves of the body

Museum Held Fall 1990-91 Geoffrey Beene Sequin & Lace Dress designer-harvey-berin It is a glorious riotOnly one year before Beene had opened a retail shop on 5th Avenue and his business was booming. For the 1990 season his designs were sleek and body conscious and remain to this day one of the most copied of seasons. The focus was on curves both the female form in the dress and the lines that made up the dresses. He played with a mix of fabrics and textures mixing lace, velvet, chiffon and sequins with abandon. This is a stunning example of this season