Pre-Fall 2013 Gucci by Frida Giannini Look 8 Leopard Silk Chiffon Dress w Open Back designer-teal-traina It is a simple sheath

It is a simple sheath that nips in slightly at the waist by the side seaming and with high slits on either leg

Cristobal Balenciaga was known for his fine tailoring and sculptural approach to design

Metal wrapped detail at the top of the shoulder

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The dress combines a metallic bronze colored lace that is fused onto a black silk netting on the bodice and sleeves and then is used for the top layer of the skirt

Pre-Fall 2013 Gucci by Frida Giannini Look 8 Leopard Silk Chiffon Dress w Open Back designer-teal-traina It is a simple sheathThe twin of the dress was shown for Look 8 in the Pre Fall 2013 Gucci collection. Made under the creative direction of Frida Giannini One was also worn by Clara Paget that same year A gorgeous leopard print covers the entire surface of the top silk chiffon layer of the dress. The front crosses over itself at the neck and then buttons in place behind the neck. Under that the top blouses over you and comes in at the waist. This leaves the back almost