The dress was chic
Among the displeased, rival couturier Paul Poiret is said to have sniped at Chanel in the street, What are you in mourning for, Mademoiselle? The equally scissor-tongued designer is said to have retorted: For you, dear Monsieur. Frock and awe To put it in context, three decades earlier, John Singer Sargent's portrait of Madame Gautreau, better known as Madame X, in a black dress had provoked outrage in Paris
Once her hosting duties were over, it was time to celebrate at the after-party, where Gomez brought out a chic look for her night on the town
The cut is tapered for a clean finish, with a stretch waistband that adds comfort when sitting, crouching or after a heavy meal
Halter Top Show off some shoulder action with a halter top
The drawers, featuring English dovetail construction, glide smoothly on center metal runners, marrying form with function