Valentino Runway Model Dress & Jacket 1980s with a pleated voluminous bustle

with a pleated voluminous bustle

and hidden fastening under the grand pleated collar

Long sleeves with extended cuffs for a dramatic effect

5” (35cm)

Sleeve: 14’

Valentino Runway Model Dress & Jacket 1980s with a pleated voluminous bustleCouture royalty, we date this Valentino runway ensemble to 1968 1970. As the decade reached its end, the introduction of more playful, organic shapes in textile patterns were apparent. In swirling strokes of orange, Valentino decorated this wool jacket and matching silk crepe dress. Cropped to the hip, the jacket has the crisp recognisable silhouette of the 60s: clean, simple and chic. Possibly chopped as a last minute decision before graving the