Fall 1998 Christian Lacroix Runway Black Velvet Dress W Signature Puffed Silk Taffeta Underskirt designer-bill-blass slip on a pair of

slip on a pair of sandals  or heels and you are ready to go

Fully lined in a red silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper

The skirt has two additional layers of tulle between the top layer and lining

A second layer runs all around the edges for contrast

Partially lined with no closures

Fall 1998 Christian Lacroix Runway Black Velvet Dress W Signature Puffed Silk Taffeta Underskirt designer-bill-blass slip on a pair ofChristian Lacroix launched his Haute Couture house in 1987 and his work was instantly revered world wide. He defined an era and he was crowned the King of Couture. A ready to wear line soon followed along with perfumes and menswear. His collections were always exotic and lavish affairs. He drew his inspirations from across the decades and I doubt there was ever a more high glamour couturier. This dress is very special and a stunning example of his