Spring 2002 Valentino by Mr. Valentino Runway Look 79 Strapless Red Dot Silk Chiffon Dress w Ruffled Tiers z-archive-lorisazzaro This silk base allows it

This silk base allows it to weigh far less then what you would think upon first glance

The waist is seamed and brought in further by the matching pink silk sash

This dress for example is clearly a direct inspiration of a classic Mexican wedding dress

The sleeves go to just below the elbows

Total length: 55" from top of shoulder to the shortest part of the hem at one side and the other side extends another 25" past that

Spring 2002 Valentino by Mr. Valentino Runway Look 79 Strapless Red Dot Silk Chiffon Dress w Ruffled Tiers z-archive-lorisazzaro This silk base allows itThe twin of this dress walked the Spring 2002 runway as Look 79. It was made under the creative direction of the original Mr. Valentino. The dress was one of a group of seven presented near the end of the show. I think it was the best of that group and it is a wonderful example of Valentino's work for his main line during this time period. I love having the runway photos and video of the dress for reference so that you can see just how amazing it is