1970s Joy Stevens Big Sleeve Tie Waist Red 'Graduation' Jersey Dress designer-isabelle-allard There is minor bead loss

There is minor bead loss and some very small tears to the next overlay here and there that the beads are fixed to

The metallic bits run from silver to blue

The bodice and upper portion of the skirt is lined in a matching covered silk

The silk has a hint of transparency to it that gives it an interesting visual effect when the floral design falls over itself as the silk moves

1970s Joy Stevens Big Sleeve Tie Waist Red 'Graduation' Jersey Dress designer-isabelle-allard There is minor bead lossThe designer of this adorable little red dress is Joy Stevens who is one of my favorites that were working out of California during this time period. Her designs ruled the night clubs of the seventies and have a sexy but easy to wear feel to them. They were the type of thing you just threw on, looked fabulous and could dance until 3 in without worrying about how they would hold up. This dress is especially interesting because it is easily identifiable