Extraordinary Fall 1998 Yves Saint Laurent Deep Red Moire Velvet Dress w Orginal Tag designer-chanel The work that would have

The work that would have gone into piecing this together with that weightless and fine silk chiffon is astounding

Photo by Mario Testino

I love the little detailing panel that crosses over the front of the skirt and runs down each side

Waist: to approx 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam

The shoulder and neckline has a padding under the lace and this gives them an almost warrior feel

Extraordinary Fall 1998 Yves Saint Laurent Deep Red Moire Velvet Dress w Orginal Tag designer-chanel The work that would haveThis is dress is the twin of the dress that walked the fall 1998 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche runway. I was so pleased to find a shot of it on because it really shows you just how much it comes to life when worn. That runway shot is a little extra special as it was captured with Yves in the photo with it during his final bow of the show. It is extraordinary. The dress has never been worn and still has its original hang tag attached. It is a stunning