A breathtaking piece of Valentino Garavani archive history — this strapless silk chiffon gown is the exact dress that walked the Fall/Winter 2006 runway as Look 71, originally shown in black. This example is rendered in a rich, solid red throughout, with the sheer layers of chiffon at the hem catching light and creating natural depth and movement without any color gradation.
The sweetheart bodice is gathered into a soft knotted twist at the center, echoing the draping that cascades down the front of the skirt in loose, waterfall-like folds. The floor-length silhouette is otherwise clean and column-straight, letting the draping and tiered, handkerchief-cut hem do the talking — finishing in layered, uneven chiffon flounces that pool elegantly at the floor. Fully boned/structured bodice for a strapless fit that holds its shape without wires showing.
This is true Valentino couture-level ready-to-wear construction: hand-manipulated silk chiffon, exacting internal support, and the kind of movement that photographs beautifully both on the body and in motion.
Flat Measurements: Bust 15.5”, Waist 13.5–14”, Hips are flexible/flowing silhouette, accommodates a range.
Condition: Very good. Two small spots on the back of the gown, not visible while worn, and likely removable by a professional dry cleaner.
A breathtaking piece of Valentino Garavani archive history — this strapless silk chiffon gown is the exact dress that walked the Fall/Winter 2006 runway as Look 71, originally shown in black. This example is rendered in a rich, solid red throughout, with the sheer layers of chiffon at the hem catching light and creating natural depth and movement without any color gradation.
The sweetheart bodice is gathered into a soft knotted twist at the center, echoing the draping that cascades down the front of the skirt in loose, waterfall-like folds. The floor-length silhouette is otherwise clean and column-straight, letting the draping and tiered, handkerchief-cut hem do the talking — finishing in layered, uneven chiffon flounces that pool elegantly at the floor. Fully boned/structured bodice for a strapless fit that holds its shape without wires showing.
This is true Valentino couture-level ready-to-wear construction: hand-manipulated silk chiffon, exacting internal support, and the kind of movement that photographs beautifully both on the body and in motion.
Flat Measurements: Bust 15.5”, Waist 13.5–14”, Hips are flexible/flowing silhouette, accommodates a range.
Condition: Very good. Two small spots on the back of the gown, not visible while worn, and likely removable by a professional dry cleaner.
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