F2006 Beaded Alexander McQueen Dress designer-christian-dior The workmanship and fabrication of

The workmanship and fabrication of this gown is an absolute dream

I love the longer length so it has that full on "spy" coat feel to it and the original belt allows you to cinch it in for shape

There is a hint of gold in the undertone of the fabric and the dress has a subtle glow - very beautiful

The blue is a wonderful alternative to black and the delicate lace the edges the neck

Lightly boned along sides

F2006 Beaded Alexander McQueen Dress designer-christian-dior The workmanship and fabrication ofThis gown is from the Fall 2006 "Widows of Culloden"Alexander McQueen collection and is an amazing example of a how he took his inspiration from the past and gave it his own unique spin. This gown was produced as it was shown on the runway and it is exquisite. Rich, black silk velvet is lined in a stunning high grade, luxurious yellow silk. The back and shoulders cut to drape and emphasize volume and this was then beaded with glass tube beads. The cut