1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Top with Green Bows brocade with excellent depth and light

with excellent depth and light refraction

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1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Top with Green Bows brocade with excellent depth and lightTake a look at this fascinating tunic styled top from early Geoffrey Beene. The top is tailored with vents on each side and decorative green bows. It has a long zipper closure on the back as well as a lightweight silk lining. Geoffrey Beene began his career in the 1950s, designing under numerous New York houses including Teal Traina, finally opening his own label in 1963. Beene was incredibly conscious of the human body, and was particularly regardful