1960s Doreen Loh Beaded Evening Skirt – Size 2

Description

1960s Doreen Loh Beaded Evening Skirt – Size 2

Product Description

A standout example of midcentury Hong Kong tailoring, this 1960s Doreen Loh column skirt is crafted in a rich ruby-red fabric and painstakingly hand-beaded with tonal seed beads, bugle beads, sequins, and pink faceted stones arranged in a swirling firework motif. Fully lined and impeccably structured, it sits high on the waist and drapes straight to the ankle in a flattering column silhouette.

Originally sold at the iconic Peninsula Hotel arcade boutique, this piece is a rare archival treasure from the golden era of bespoke tailoring in postcolonial Hong Kong. The beading is dense and luxe, with a touch of shine that makes this a killer option for formalwear or elevated editorial styling.

Styling Notes

Style it with a cropped jacket or crystalized mesh top à la Paco Rabanne for a contemporary editorial look. For vintage purists, pair with a Mandarin-collar silk blouse and satin pumps for a 1960s Shanghainese supper club fantasy.

Construction & Condition

• Era: 1960s
  
• Label: Doreen Loh – Peninsula Hotel Arcade, Kowloon, Hong Kong
  
• Material: Silk blend or rayon base with full lining (best guess; tag not present)
  
• Lining: Yes
  
• Closure: Side zip with hook and eye
  
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; some small loose threads in beading consistent with age.
  

Size & Fit

• Estimated modern size: 2
  
• Model info: Tomi is 5’9”, size 0/2, 34A bust
  
• Fit notes: Slim through the hips with no stretch; best for petite frames or those with narrow hips