1985 Runway Documented Valentino Strapless Silk and Crepe Dress evening_shoes Often extolled as the father

Often extolled as the father of haute couture

down the front of the skirt and along each sleeve

BUST- 39 in

We see two embossed silhouettes of founder 'Coco' Chanel

Iridescent pale purple silk throws subtle hints of pink as it catches the light

1985 Runway Documented Valentino Strapless Silk and Crepe Dress evening_shoes Often extolled as the fatherMade in Italy, this vibrant patterned party dress walked the runway for Valentinos Spring 1985 collection. At the bust, a frothy chiffon overlay sits over a simple strapless dress silhouette. The black chiffon is patterned with painterly florals in white outlines splashed with the primary colours: red, blue and yellow. This memorable fabric is also seen in the couture collection from the same year. Stunningly crafted, the bodice is boned all the way