Incredible 1980s Valentino Haute Couture Pale Blue Silk Chiffon Dress w Elaborate Gathered Bodice designer-leonard-paris It is made from an

It is made from an easy to wear and care for black jersey that moves well and draped well once on the body

The fabric has a graphic black & white floral print that covers its surface

At about the knee the skirt flares out in a dramatic expanse of silk chiffon

something you see (and may not be told) more and more often as each year passes and many pieces get more and more fragile

Unlined with a side zipper and wood button at the waist

Incredible 1980s Valentino Haute Couture Pale Blue Silk Chiffon Dress w Elaborate Gathered Bodice designer-leonard-paris It is made from anThere are hints of this dress from both the 1986 collection and in the 1988 collection. The original owner did buy it in the 1980s but I do not have the exact day. I tend to lean towards the earlier date for it but I have included reference photos from both the above mentioned collections. It is a stunning example of Valentino's work during this time period. The dress is beautiful to see in person. It flows over the body from the more fitted bodice