The Deco Haus
Cinema Overlay Gown – After Dark
The Cinema Overlay Gown is a dramatic Art Deco statement piece inspired by the iconic black beaded overlay dress featured in the film Blow-Up. Reimagined for The Deco Haus in After Dark, it is fluid, sheer, and unmistakably cinematic — capturing the glamour of 1920s eveningwear through the lens of 1960s fashion mythology.
Constructed on evening-quality mesh, the gown is hand-beaded with black beads and sequins in a radiant Deco floral design across the main panel. The open-sided overlay silhouette reveals the body above the hipline, while beaded draping at the shoulder and hip creates movement, dimension, and a striking sense of ease.
Elegant, daring, and instantly recognizable, After Dark has a mysterious cinematic quality made for parties, performances, photo shoots, and dramatic entrances.
Details
Hand-beaded Art Deco overlay gown
Evening-quality black mesh base
Black beads and sequins
Deco floral design on main panel
Open-sided silhouette above the hipline
Beaded draping at shoulder and hip
Asymmetric pointed hem
Slipover overlay construction
Matching slip included
One size
Size & Fit
One Size: Bust 34–38", Waist 34", Hips up to 40", Length 52" from shoulder to lowest point
Styling Notes
Style with the matching slip and black designer evening heels for a sleek, cinematic look. The open overlay shape and beaded draping make this piece especially striking in motion, while the all-black beadwork gives it a dramatic, editorial finish.
Craftsmanship
Designed in Los Angeles. Handcrafted by specialist artisans exclusively for The Deco Haus.
All of our mesh gowns are made by hand, so there will be some variation from piece to piece. We include individual measurements for each gown, but please refer to the above chart for general US sizing in inches.
The mesh gowns also have around 2 inches of extra stretch. For a classic, loose 1920's look....please size up. For a form-fitting look....please size down.
