1983 Valentino Haute Couture Emerald Green Velvet and Wool Dress pucci_blouse The black velvet 4" waistband

The black velvet 4" waistband consolidates the piece beautifully and is echoed by the matching band at the hem

1980s or early 1990s monochrome polka dot chiffon ruffle dress

The skilfully corseted bodice is underwired at the breast

The dress is made up of a series of panels that flare outwards from the shoulder

52 cm )SHOULDER: 34 in

1983 Valentino Haute Couture Emerald Green Velvet and Wool Dress pucci_blouse The black velvet 4" waistbandThis elegant cocktail dress was designed as part of Valentinos 1983 Fall haute couture collection. Many high profile, couture clients request minor variations to runway looks and we have pictured a long version of the dress modelled by Dalma Callado for an editorial shoot. She was one of Garavani's favourite models and regularly walked the catwalk in his shows. The dress, which is about knee length, is entirely hand stitched and a combination of rich