Fall 2008 Balmain by Christophe Decarnin Runway Zebra & Leopard Print Dress w Crystal Bolt designer-teal-traina In 1975 Mary McFadden invented

In 1975 Mary McFadden invented a pleated technique that was a nod to the technique used by Fortuny (which has never been truly replicated as he did not leave his secret to anyone prior to his death)

Has the quality of finishes that one would expect from Prada

Item# C533

Item# C449

The almost empire waistline is highlighted with a silk attached belt that gives an interesting accent to the print

Fall 2008 Balmain by Christophe Decarnin Runway Zebra & Leopard Print Dress w Crystal Bolt designer-teal-traina In 1975 Mary McFadden inventedThe Balmain transformation from what it was originally to what it is today began when they hired Christophe Decarnin. He was the designer that gave it its edgy feel that has continued to the present day under Olivier Rousteing, the label's current Creative Director. When the Fall 2008 collection showed Vogue's Nicole Phelps said in part: 'And as promised, Spring's haute hippie feathers, fringe, and tie dye were replaced by an all Billy Idol soundtrack