Incredible 1980s Valentino Haute Couture Pale Blue Silk Chiffon Dress w Elaborate Gathered Bodice sold The fabric is a light

The fabric is a light cotton so even though there are yards and yards of it it does not feel heavy when on but loose and easy to wear

The dress has that feeling of simplicity that the nineties epitomized and yet

This is a fine and rare example from this time period

/  (2) Shot from Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 Lookbook

/  (2) Courreges Coat

Incredible 1980s Valentino Haute Couture Pale Blue Silk Chiffon Dress w Elaborate Gathered Bodice sold The fabric is a lightThere 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