Fall 1998 Christian Lacroix Runway Black Velvet Dress W Signature Puffed Silk Taffeta Underskirt designer-bill-blass Fully lined in a red

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

5" across from side seam to side seam

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

Item# DD1418

There is a touch of a raw finish to the front part of the waist

Fall 1998 Christian Lacroix Runway Black Velvet Dress W Signature Puffed Silk Taffeta Underskirt designer-bill-blass Fully lined in a redChristian 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