1920s Unlabeled Black Silk Crepe Jagged Hem Top w Hand Beading in Red & Black designer-bill-blass It is also a rare

It is also a rare example of a labeled piece from this time period when labels were just beginning to be added to pieces

The outer layer is made of a black velvet that is soft to the touch and very rich in feel

These add a pretty touch and also help to highlight the inverted pleats that run along the sides of the skirt

This same treatment edges the collar all the way around

The top layer is a soft turquoise and the ones underneath are a pale ice blue

1920s Unlabeled Black Silk Crepe Jagged Hem Top w Hand Beading in Red & Black designer-bill-blass It is also a rareThis is such a wonderful example of the level of hand work that was put into garments from this time period. It is so special and the workmanship is extraordinary. It was completely made by hand and the beadwork on it is amazing. Teeny tiny seed beads have been hand applied to the black silk crepe base. They are set to follow that wonderful jagged hem. This ends in points all around the top and the beadwork is done in two wide panels stacked on top of