Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress designer-hollys-harp The half seam at the

The half seam at the front waist drops down on an angle to create length through the body and add tot eh sarong illusion that the skirt has

This gorgeous little dress is an outstanding example of Muir's work during this time period

The exterior is a fine black wool that is cut with a series of triangular panels that run from neck to hem

Meant to sit off shoulder

Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress designer-hollys-harp The half seam at theWhen searching for the date of this dress, we found a runway piece from Fall 2003 that has very similar bead work through the skirt and was shown with a different bodice at the front, but with the same crossed over strap open cut back. I love that you can get an idea of how well it moves by the runway video. It is truly a beautiful and extraordinary dress and a gorgeous example of the work the original Mr. Valentino was doing for his self named label.