S/S 2000 Ralph Lauren Collection Runway Black Ruffled Hem Skirt Suit stylist a removable gold-tone link chain

a removable gold-tone link chain for versatility as a shoulder bag

completing its striking look

This piece exemplifies Bill Blass's refined approach to eveningwear

this top debuted on the season's runway as part of look 5 modeled by Hannelore Knuts

S/S 2000 Ralph Lauren Collection Runway Black Ruffled Hem Skirt Suit stylist a removable gold-tone link chainThis Ralph Lauren Collection skirt suit from the Spring Summer 2000 collection is cut in a fitted silhouette with a single breasted blazer and knee length skirt. Crafted in black wool, the blazer features notch lapels, four button front closure, and welt pockets at the waist. The skirt falls straight and finishes with a layered ruffled hem. This set appeared on the season's runway as look 50, modeled by Liya Kebede.