1920s Unlabeled French Couture Bead & Metallic Thread Black Silk Tunic designer-oleg-cassini The huge diamond shaped medallions

The huge diamond shaped medallions that run down the front are made with a mix of densely spaced beads

Note that it is far more of a "Barbie" pink in person then how it photoed

The bodice is fitted and then the skirt sweeps out and there are literally yards of fabric in that skirt - the fullness when you see it in person is fabulous

This is one of those iconic designs that Moschino seems to be able to pop out endlessly

Reference Photos: (1) Model in Dior

1920s Unlabeled French Couture Bead & Metallic Thread Black Silk Tunic designer-oleg-cassini The huge diamond shaped medallionsMy photos come close but still cannot convey how special this top is. It looks so shockingly modern and fresh that it will literally blow you over when you see it in person. The workmanship is extraordinary. It was completely made by hand and the bead and metal thread embroidery work on it is amazing. Teeny tiny seed beads are hand applied to the collar, down the front and on each sleeve. Beads have also been used to make the decorative 'pocket'