Spring 1988 Christian Lacroix Couture Dot & Bow Dress designer-christian-dior The fur is very supple

The fur is very supple and soft and shiny

Below that is a series of hidden hook and eye at the waist and below that is a painted metal zipper

towed by the stars

Hand finishes as one would expect

The overall effect is just beautiful and so sculptural in feel

Spring 1988 Christian Lacroix Couture Dot & Bow Dress designer-christian-dior The fur is very suppleIn 1987 Christian Lacroix opened his Couture atelier and became the toast of all things fashion. His poufed skirts were the rage and came to define the era. His signature style was that of dramatic excess and a flamboyant, over the top look that was immediately copied and lusted after world wide. These first few years were the height of all things Lacroix and even though his brand eventually shuttered due to an over indulgence in licensing and