1986 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Velvet and Jacquard Dress gold_beaded_belt The dress has a belt

The dress has a belt that is sewn into the two front panels and reaches round the hip to tie at the back

A quality piece suitable for formal events and will go effortlessly from day to night

The seam has been reinforced under the right arm pit and there is a small mend on the shoulder

This exquisite vintage 1960s Italian white raffia bridal cap is in beautiful condition

The sleeves can be turned up if desired as they have a V slit opening

1986 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Velvet and Jacquard Dress gold_beaded_belt The dress has a beltThis black evening dress was commissioned by a special client from Yves Saint Laurents 1986 haute couture runway collection. The fabric is a shimmering black moir jacquard silk woven with tonal motifs of bows and swirling ribbons that appear to ripple as they catch the light. The romantic bodice is crafted from velvet and boned the whole way around to cinch the waist and support the bust. The sleeves have puff shoulders and are cut slim at the wrist,