Linda Evengelista was photoed in a version of this dress from Vogue Germany in 1994 which gives us a date on this dress. It has the same shoulder treatment and very similar cut. It is hard to tell from how she is holding the dress but I think ours may have a touch more flare through the skirt. Versace pieces can be so sexy and chic and yet still have a refined air about them and this little black dress is a perfect example of that. It is cut to skim over the body without being overtly tight but does show off your curves. The body of the dress is made of a a lightweight black wool. The hem is finished with a swinging panel of knife pleated silk chiffon so when you move it floats and moves around you. I love the unusual cut of the shoulders that gives it a very sculptural feel. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a black silky rayon. It has a full built in finished corset and both it and the exterior dress close with hidden set side zippers. The inner corset is boned. Tagged a vintage 42

Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam of inner corset
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam of inner corset
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 38" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1956

Reference photo: Linda Evangelista by Richard Avedon for Vogue Germany, 1994.

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.