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Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown from the 1990's. Signature Fortuny pleated bodice with beaded and sequin embroidered waist and full organza skirt. Full skirt is of pat...

Beautiful vintage MARY MCFADDEN pink beaded and sequined collar ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout the entire piece. Hook-and-eye closures at the back nec...

1990s Collection by Mary McFadden iridescent yellow metallic brocade suit has a double breasted jacket and pleated skirt. The jacket has rhinestone encrusted gold flower buttons, wel...

Beautiful vintage Mary McFadden flapper style dress! Light pink silk, with fan prints throughout. Three tiered layers on the skirt, with a ruffled neck. Long corded belt can be wrapp...

Beautiful 90s Marcy Mcfadden Couture Burgundy Long Sleeve V neck gown with gold frog closures and embellished waist. LARGE size Measurement : Bust: 42...

A striking and impeccably crafted vintage Mary McFadden Couture pleated dress from Spring/Summer 1983, showcasing her patented Marii pleating and the richly embellished beaded and sequined neckline that defined her early-1980s couture aesthetic. The dress is rendered in a luminous turquoise tone, with McFadden’s signature vertical pleating that moves fluidly while retaining its sculptural structure. The neckline features an intricate, hand-worked mosaic of turquoise, fuchsia, purple, emerald green, cobalt blue, gold, bronze, and black beads, accented with clear and iridescent sequins and metallic gold embroidery outlining the geometric design. This jewel-tone combination is a hallmark of McFadden’s globally inspired couture work from the early 1980s. Long sleeves, lightly structured shoulders, and a gently flared pleated skirt create a graceful, goddess-like silhouette. The dress closes with a hidden side zipper to preserve the uninterrupted line of the pleats. A rare and highly collectible Couture dress from McFadden’s S/S 1983 period, merging museum-caliber hand embellishment with her iconic pleated textile technique. Spring/Summer 1983 Label: Mary McFadden Couture Size: US 6 (please refer to measurements below) Model in video is US Size 6, 5’8 feet tall ⸻ Measurements Bust: 34 inches Waist: 27 to 28 inches Hips: 44 inches Length (top back shoulder seam to hem): 40 inches ⸻ Condition Excellent vintage condition. Pleating remains crisp and even. Multicolor beadwork and sequins are bright, intact, and beautifully preserved. Hidden zipper operates smoothly. Color is vibrant with no visible flaws. ⸻ Mary McFadden Couture, 1983 Mary McFadden, turquoise pleated dress, beaded dress, sequin dress, beaded neckline dress, multicolor beaded dress, Marii pleating dress, jewel tone dress...