Exceptional Fall 2005 Original Valentino Runway Look 82 Black Velvet Dress w Bows, Silk Tiers & Pink Detailing designer-hollys-harp There is a slight bit

There is a slight bit of stress to the inner seams of the sleeves near the cuffs

This sits above a sleek little skirt that is midi length which perfectly shows off a strong shoe

The skirt drapes to the floor from the waist and has two layers that are wrapped over each other and scoop up front the hem on a curve

For some reason this "hidden" curve makes me wild for this dress

Exceptional Fall 2005 Original Valentino Runway Look 82 Black Velvet Dress w Bows, Silk Tiers & Pink Detailing designer-hollys-harp There is a slight bitThe near twin of this dress walked the runway for the Fall 2005 show for Look 82 and was worn by Erin Wasson. It was made under the creative direction of the original Mr. Valentino. Vogue said of the collection that "Valentino's couture touch brought exquisite workmanship to filmy lace blouses and brocade jackets as well as evening gowns that captured the seasons passion for Victorian and Edwardian effects." They went on to mention the feel of this