Prettiest 1970s Ruben Panis Side Beaded Red Jersey Dress w Convertible Straps designer-luis-estevez The skirt is full and

The skirt is full and has the perfect amount of fullness that allows you wear it with or without a crinoline and not be too overwhelmed by volume (shown with a light crinoline under it here that is not included)

It is gorgeous and looks to have been worn very little if at all

It has an almost flattening effect that gives it a historical feel

Bodice: approx 15" from neck to natural waist (no defined waist seam)

Hand finishes and closes with a side hidden set zip

Prettiest 1970s Ruben Panis Side Beaded Red Jersey Dress w Convertible Straps designer-luis-estevez The skirt is full andRuben Panis was known for his flair for drama. He started off his career designing costumes for showgirls in Las Vegas and eventually honed his skills by working for both James Galanos and Norman Norell. His gowns were worn by many Hollywood icons like Elizabeth Taylor, Zsa Zsa Gabor. At the height of his career he was charging up to $5000 for a dress which at the time was an exorbitant amount. This is an excellent example of his work and it is just