Ivory peplum dress with iridescent sequins and beads by Peter Davy

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An ivory peplum dress with iridescent sequins and beads by Peter Davy. The front bodice features a rounded neckline that is decorated with white plastic sequins and seed beads. Floral applique that is heavily embellished with iridescent sequins, glass seed beads, glass rhinestones, round plastic beads, faux pearls, and flat black plastic gemstones covers the bodice. The applique has been sewn to the bodice and the plastic flat back gems are grommeted into place. Each sleeve has crocheted open work knit lattice work with white sequins attached on top. Strands of large iridescent plastic beads are attached to each cap sleeve with a wire hook. The wire hook end connects to the knit fabric of the sleeve and is hand sewn into place. The sheer ivory knit bodice has a Basque waistline and a peplum made from 7.5" of synthetic ivory colored tulle.

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