The dress, which the auction house said was so tight she had to be sewn into it, had previously been bought at auction for $1.3m in 1999 by the late business mogul and collector Martin Zweig
SIDE WELT - Seams and quarters are beveled and stitched from the inside, trimmed close and pressed flat for better appearance and comfort
I enjoy thinking of these events as opportunities to wear more sparkle than I would on ordinary nights
Sequin gowns are worn at formal events like proms, award ceremonies, galas, receptions, weddings, and, of course, pageants
While there are certainly premium options out there from brands like Todd Snyder, Taylor Stitch, and Flint & Tinder, you can also find great denim shirts with virtually the same design from more affordable, everyday brands like Levis, or Amazon Essentials