Exceptional Fall 2005 Original Valentino Runway Look 82 Black Velvet Dress w Bows, Silk Tiers & Pink Detailing designer-saks-fifth-avenue This gives the fabric a

This gives the fabric a slight texture that is very pretty and is a nod to the original pin-tucking that the original dresses had

Original scarf tie

In the Vogue review they talked abut the inspiration for the pieces saying

Length: 56" from top of shoulders to hem

Fully lined in a deep olive silky rayon and buttons down the front

Exceptional Fall 2005 Original Valentino Runway Look 82 Black Velvet Dress w Bows, Silk Tiers & Pink Detailing designer-saks-fifth-avenue This gives the fabric aThe near twin of this dress walked the runway for the Fall 2005 show for Look 82 and was worn by Erin Wasson. It was made under the creative direction of the original Mr. Valentino. Vogue said of the collection that "Valentino's couture touch brought exquisite workmanship to filmy lace blouses and brocade jackets as well as evening gowns that captured the seasons passion for Victorian and Edwardian effects." They went on to mention the feel of this