Diane Fréis was born and educated in California which includes fashion design. Her company is based out of Hong Kong. Her company was founded in 1982 known for mix of fabrics and wild colors. This 2 piece Evening Gown dates from the mid 1980s non shaped top with balloon sleeves and the skirt is a line. The fabric is in 2 shades of blue a teal and deep turquoise what make the fabric unusual is the stripes are on the diagonal and the middle and the back of the skirt is accordion pleated to give it a 3 dimensional effect. Then to add total drama there are butterflies in sequins in a multitude of colors some large and most are medium in size . The skirt is elastic waist and the top goes over the head and has a drawstring pull at the waist there are now closures. Measures as follows Shoulders 15, sleeves 20, armhole 10, bust up to 40, waist 32, hips up to 42, length top is 23 shirt 34 excellent condition may not have been worn.