2006 Runway Documented Christian Lacroix Paisley Print Silk Dress full_circle_dress a cutaway or layer dress

a cutaway or layer dress

this dress can be slipped on over the head to suit a range of sizes between a UK 10 to small 14

The waistband cinches the waist only slightly

and the chiffon is secured over the top by two poppers

2006 Runway Documented Christian Lacroix Paisley Print Silk Dress full_circle_dress a cutaway or layer dressThis rare, documented gown was created by French couturier Christian Lacroix. The mini dress version walked the runway as look 21 58 in the Fall 2006 show and we have featured a couple of other designs from the same collection which showcase the fabric and the beadwork on the bodice. This dress is fashioned from swathes of sheer silk chiffon printed with a patchwork of floral and paisley prints that demonstrates Lacroixs talent for combining