NATURE'S BEAUTY
	Description:	Paua shell and Swarovski crystal Top, Peacock Skirt Ensemble
	Designed By:	Gail Be, American, United States, 2003, 2004
	Materials:	Skirt & Belt: Are made with over 700 peacock feathers, which are each adorned with a Modern Swarovski crystal flatback. Special Note: The only cloth material on this entire skirt is 3 inches on the waistband. Top, Foot pieces, Armbands, Bracelets: Made from individually diamond-drilled Paua shells from New Zealand, Venetian handmade beads, Vintage and Modern Swarovski crystal.
	Design Facts:	Be made no preliminary drawings or sketches, nor did she calculate any geometric or mathematical configuration at any time.
	History:	Gail spent over 20 hours hand-picking feathers that were harvested from Minnesota Peacock Farms. The vintage Swarovski crystal beads are in pristine condition and were manufactured in Austria between 1920 - 1938 and 1945 - 1954. To prove their authenticity, Be has the honor of taking them directly from their original packages.

Dress Photos by Linda Bollinger
Fashion Photos by Armour Photography