1970s Amber Resin & Gold Amulet Lanvin Choker Necklace designer-helena-barbieri The sleeves are of course

The sleeves are of course the show stopper - each trails down to meet the hem of the dress and are left open just after the shoulder and right down tot he hem

this low scooped front Azzedine Alaia dress from the 1990 collection has that in your face sensuality  that Alaia is known for

hidden buttons at the front

All that embroidery work is even more amazing when you realize that the metallic lace tulle is hand embroidered with real gold thread and it is all in mint condition

It fits and skims over the bodice and the waist and then the skirt flares out in a saucy swirly fullness

1970s Amber Resin & Gold Amulet Lanvin Choker Necklace designer-helena-barbieri The sleeves are of courseWonderful Lanvin amber resin amulet choker necklace that sits at the base of the neck for maximum impact. The resin is set between two tapered gold sections that link to another section in each side and then to the chain. The color is a bold amber that pops against the gold. Excellent vintage condition. The slightest of scuffing to the gold from normal wear and passing of time. Closes with a clasp hook. Note that the round Lanvin metal tag has fallen