1997 Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Runway Blue Lace Dress and Jacket 1930s-dress launching a new era of

launching a new era of infamy for his namesake brand

and the lining is composed from the same

It fastens at the back with a hidden tonal zip and the signature angular tab that hides two snap closures

These showcase a large faux pearlescent centre surrounded by a gold ring of pearlescent seeds and finished with real pearlescent petals

1997 Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Runway Blue Lace Dress and Jacket 1930s-dress launching a new era ofThis rare, haute couture ensemble was made by Christian Lacroix and walked the runway as part of the labels magnificent Spring 1997 Couture runway show, paired with a headpiece and parasol. It comprises a strappy knee length dress and coordinating jacket. The jacket is tailored from shot silk in an elegant champagne hue. It has an open collar and a curved front which reveals a panel of champagne voile appliqud with lace and ribbon work in champagne,