Spring 1998 Valentino Haute Couture Strapless Dress w Elaborately Beaded & Sequin Skirt designer-norman-norell Note that some of the

Note that some of the photos have a slight yellow reflection to it - the dress is a subtle silver grey - the color in the photos in a reflection from the light only

The sleeves are layered silk chiffon and each ends with a dramatic ruffle

It is the Ralph Lauren purple label and has a Unite Union label present as well

A tiny bit of scuffing on a couple fo the buttons

The sweater is a skinny ribbed knit and cut to hug every curve

Spring 1998 Valentino Haute Couture Strapless Dress w Elaborately Beaded & Sequin Skirt designer-norman-norell Note that some of theThis is a version of a dress from the Spring 1998 Haute Couture collection. I have included a reference photo here and you can see the similarities between the two dresses. It was not unusual for a client to have a dress completely customized to her and this most likely is a one off with no other exactly like it made. The dress is absolutely exquisite. It is a stunning example of Mr. Valentino's couture work during this time period. This dress is