1960s Heavy Hand Beaded Black Shift VTG 1960s Embellished Beaded Woven Top Handle Black Depop 17 Best images about beaded cardigan on Pinterest Blue cream 1960's Vintage Black Satin Embroidered Shift Wiggle D Gem 1960's Black Scalloped Lace Shift Dress with Contrast Gem. This is an incredible dress that is completely covered in a three dimensional design done by hand with glossy black sequins and bead work. The base of the dress is a knit that has had ever square inch completely covered by hand. The overall effect is amazing. The dress is very heavy off the body as all that work is glass beads in different shapes and it is so heavily applied. I love the diamond print that has been created and how the black catches the light but still manages to stay somewhat subtle. The sleeves are a chiffon and that gives the dress a nice bit of airiness that offsets the dense beadwork. It is cut to skim over the body. The garment is very high quality and in excellent condition. This level of hand work is virtually impossible to find in a modern garment! Shoulders: approx 15" Sleeves: 22" Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam Length: 38" from shoulder to hem Fully lined through the body with a black silky rayon, with the sleeves left unlined. It closes with a back, painted metal zipper. Each sleeve has elastic at the cuff. Modern Sizing equivalent: SML Item# E470 This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival