60’s Gold Silk Empire Waist Dress by Branell huge amber beads the draw strings have started

the draw strings have started to fade from red to an orange-y pink

a higher neckline

Hidden pocket and credit card holder

waist band is about 1" wide

Don Loper was designer to the Hollywood star set

60’s Gold Silk Empire Waist Dress by Branell huge amber beads the draw strings have startedFabric is a lightweight gold silk. Faux wrap bodice with a high empire style waist in the front, slopping downward to a regular waist in the back. Gathered bust with a half belt which snaps shut in the back. Form fitting style closing in the back with a long metal zipper. Front side pockets, not seam pockets but closer to the front as was the style in the early 1960's. Short cap sleeves with underarm gussets. Completely lined with a gold acetate.