1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown small accessory A unisex design

A unisex design

The design is completed by an open back with crossing harness straps and a waist tie fastening at the back

This Gucci by Tom Ford skirt from the Spring/Summer 1995 runway collection is crafted in black silk taffeta with a voluminous flared silhouette

This Dolce & Gabbana bustier top from the Fall/Winter 1997 collection is cut in a fitted silhouette with a square neckline and long sheer sleeves

1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown small accessory A unisex designThis Pierre Balmain haute couture gown from the late 1940s, early 1950s is cut in a strapless, fitted silhouette with a flared hem. It features a black velvet body with a contrasting satin band at the sweetheart neckline. The front fastens with a vertical row of pearl style buttons, with fabric covered buttons continuing below. The hem is finished with a softly fluted flare.