The Milla Top fitted skirt so I had many similar

so I had many similar pieces in my original collections

I developed it from scratch with one of my textile mills and industry friends

I absolutely fell for the fit and style and knew it had to be integrated into the collection

Today's version is super authentic with the same fit and pattern

• Ponte self-fabric paneled side with crushed velvet accents and coated scuba piping

The Milla Top fitted skirt so I had many similarA NOTE FROM MICHELE This design happened by mistake during a collection I was developing in '91. I had a top that was coming off of the sewing machine and found it was too small, looking extremely tiny and unwearable. I didn't want to lose a sample that was costing me both time and effort, so I tried to cut into the sleeve and see if I could still keep it for my personal wardrobe. While I was cutting the sleeve, I stopped halfway through the design