1960s Hand Beaded Maggie Reeves Couture Gown designer-fred-perlberg The print and colors used

The print and colors used in this particular one are utterly amazing - the mix is masterful and unexpected

The yarn used is fine and looped within these tiny rows of stitching

tiered and dramatically ruffled ball gown skirt paired with its matching top with equally dramatic sleeves

The fabric is light weight so has a beautiful drape and it is lined in the finest silk so feel amazing inside as well

Each has yards and yards of fabric in them - the amount of silk used is mind blowing

1960s Hand Beaded Maggie Reeves Couture Gown designer-fred-perlberg The print and colors usedMaggy Reeves was a couture designer in Canada and her pieces are as rare as rare can be. It is a delight and privilege to be able to pass on a piece of her work! This dress is extraordinarily beautiful, It is constructed of beautiful, heavy weight pink silk and over that base it is entirely covered in a combination of cord lace and hand done, dense bead work. The bodice has a simple cut with a high neck and elbow length sleeves. I love how the sleeves