1997 Valentino Brown and Lilac Devore Velvet and Lace Dress 1960s_coat The skirt is cut to

The skirt is cut to a high-waist fit with a straight-cut

with a real quality feel to it

across the bust and cascades down the side of the dress

The jacket is unlined at the top and lined in a navy man-made cloth below the waist

1997 Valentino Brown and Lilac Devore Velvet and Lace Dress 1960s_coat The skirt is cut toThis Valentino Boutique dress is crafted from a lightweight silk mix devor fabric. We have seen identical prints in different colourways in both the Fall 1997 and Spring 1998 collections. It has a background of deep burgundy brown crepe detailed with a textured, scale like pattern in glossy lilac velvet. The dress is cut to a relaxed, flowy shape with a slash neckline and pretty low cowl back. The neck of the cowl has a weight hidden inside the fabric