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Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress

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Gorgeous Fall 2003 Valentino Densely Beaded Bias Cut Black Silk Chiffon Dress

When searching for the date of this dress, we found a runway piece from Fall 2003 that has very similar bead work through the skirt and was shown with a different bodice at the front, but with the same crossed over strap open cut back. I love that you can get an idea of how well it moves by the runway video. It is truly a beautiful and extraordinary dress and a gorgeous example of the work the original Mr. Valentino was doing for his self named label.

I love the bareness at the top of the dress with its bare back and the front draping neckline. It is a dress that really comes alive once on the body. It is very light in weight despite its extensive bead work and sequins that cover the dress. It is all cut on the bias so once you slip it on it just skims over the body. The dress is made from a bias cut black silk chiffon combined with a silk netting. The netted portions are covered with thousands of tiny black sequins and beads in a variety of shapes. A little beaded strap curves up and over the shoulders to criss cross over your bare back. A panel of silk chiffon at the front creates a pretty drape. It skims over the waist and then curves over the hips. The skirt flows to the floor from there and widens out a bit as it nears the hem. It is cut a little longer at the back to give a slate sweeping feel behind you. Panels of silk chiffon run down the back for a little added detail. Excellent condition with a minor note below

Fully lined in a black silk chiffon and closes with a back hidden set zipper. Hand finishes. I see minor missing beads and wear to the back hem and there is a couple small areas where the netting has popped out of the seams a tiny bit. Please see the photos after the label shot. All minor. Tagged a vintage Valentino 6

Bust: no true side seams but will cover up to 16" flat across the front bodice
Waist: 12-12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Total length: 63" from top of shoulder to front hem, 68" to back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD4632

Reference Photos/Video: (1-4) Fall 2003 Valentino, Look 70.  /  (5-6) Rupi Kaur in this dress for the South Asian Excellence at the Oscars Event, 2024.

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