{"title":"BOB MACKIE","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnown as the \"Sultan of Sequins\", Bob Mackie is a legendary American fashion and costume designer whose five-decade career is synonymous with high-octane glamour. Renowned for his intricate beadwork and spotlight-stealing silhouettes, Mackie has earned nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and three Academy Award nominations for his work. His creations have defined the public personas of icons such as Cher, Carol Burnett, Diana Ross, Elton John, and Marilyn Monroe. \u003cspan\u003eThis collection forms part of Circa’s designer archive, featuring archival vintage and museum-quality fashion pieces from Bob Mackie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1990s-bob-mackie-blue-beaded-dress","title":"1990s Bob Mackie Blue Beaded and Sequinned Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003eFabulous Bob Mackie long sheath dress and fully embellished in iridescent midnight blue sequins and bugle beads. Circa early 1990s, the neckline is high and the collar and bodice is extremely detailed with a mesh panel giving the illusion of a deep plunge. The full length sleeves have also been left unlined so you see glimpses of skin through the beadwork there as well as they taper down to the wrist. A classic sheath shape, the waist is brought in but there is no horizontal seam to break the lines of the scrolling bodice design. The back has a deep v but enough to cover a bra and closes with a central zipper. The dress has a high front slit and is fully lined from the deep plunge in a semi sheer, black silk crepe. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese dresses were fabulously costly in their day and always hand beaded by the most skilled artisans onto signature black silk mesh. Tagged a vintage US 6, this is fairly true to size with very slight stretch and equates to a UK 10. Our model (5ft 11in \/ 180cm) is a UK 8-10 and this fit her well. \u003cbr\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003eBust - 38 in. (96.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWaist - 30 in. (76.2 cm)\u003cbr\u003eHip - 40 in. (101.6 cm)\u003cbr\u003eLength - 57 in. (144.8 cm)\u003cbr\u003eShoulders - 19 in. (48.3 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIRCA VINTAGE LONDON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43724552503545,"sku":"","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/5978\/1798\/products\/1990s-Bob-Mackie-Blue-Beaded-Dress.jpg?v=1677850027"},{"product_id":"1997-runway-bob-mackie-navy-blue-embellished-bodice-dress","title":"1997 Runway Bob Mackie Navy Blue Embellished Bodice Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fabulous runway documented Bob Mackie dress was designed for his spring \/ summer 1997 collection was Mackie's triumphant return to the runway after a three year hiatus. Known for his high-octane, spotlight-stealing designs, he dressed entertainment icons across the globe, including Cher, Elton John, Liza Minnelli, Marilyn Monroe, Dolly Parton and Diana Ross. True to Mackie’s trademark style, this mesmerising gown was designed to highlight and flatter the feminine form. This is an extremely detailed example. These dresses were extremely costly in their day and always hand beaded by the most skilled artisans onto signature mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top has long-sleeves and is tailored from a sheer navy mesh with tonal zips completing the cuffs. Heavily and intricately embellished all-over - as was Mackie’s signature - it is detailed with diagonal stripes of iridescent navy blue beads. The stunning beadwork of the top is counterbalanced by the volume of the skirt. Tailored from rich navy blue taffeta, it has a slight sheen that means it shines almost petrol blue in the light. To achieve such volume, Mackie’s expert craftsmanship comes into play - the skirt is lined with petal-upon-petal of black tulle, sewn onto a stiff tulle frame. A layer of navy satin sits under the tulle against the skin, making this piece a highly comfortable wear. The dress has an elegant high-neck that adds a formality to the silhouette. The bust is lined with a navy bustier for modesty and it fastens at the back with a tonal navy zip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis superb gown is in excellent vintage condition with no flaws to the beadwork or taffeta and looks barely worn, if at all. Tagged a vintage US 8, a UK 12, but this is probably suited to a size smaller or in between sizes. The fabric has no stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBUST - 32 in. (81 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWAIST - 28 in. (71 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHIP - 40 in. (102 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLENGTH - 58 in. 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This is an extremely detailed example and is fully embellished with rows of ruby red sequins and bugle beads. These dresses were extremely costly in their day and always hand beaded by the most skilled artisans onto signature black silk mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dress has a strapless cut which is elongated and raised up over the décolletage to echo and emphasise the curves of the bust. Lined with black silk, the bust is intricately boned to further shape the silhouette. The gown’s silhouette is fitted and highly feminine, with elaborate sequin work placed to follow and emphasise the shape of the waist and hips. The skirt has a dramatic slit at the front, adding to the sultry feel of the design. This gown is lined throughout with black silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlabeled, the construction, lining and materials used are identical to documented and labelled Bob Mackie dresses Circa has sold over the years so we are attributing this design to his early 1990s work. In truly excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note to the beadwork or silk and appears unaltered. It has no size or composition label and the fabric has no stretch. Our model is a UK 6 or US 2, 5'7\" and this was a great fit on her with a little room to spare. A good fit for up to a UK 6-8 or US 2-4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBUST - 32 in. (81 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWAIST - 28 in. (71 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHIP - 36 in. (91 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLENGTH - 48 in. 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