Exceptional Spring 1997 Nina Ricci by Gerard Pipart Haute Couture Runway Black & White Strapless w Beaded Details designer-stella-mccartney Under that the skirt flows

Under that the skirt flows to the floor in a sweep of silk jersey that has two tiers of it stacked on top of each other for added detail in the skirt

In 1985 People Magazine declared her to be 'the Queen of the strapless dress' and her dresses were a favourite on the red carpet

Additionally there are glossy black square and round faceted bead/crystal accents giving the entire dress a subtle sparkle

At the back you get an expanse of bare skin except for the two straps that frame either side of your back

It is a beautiful piece showcasing the work that the Chanel ateliers are capable of and of Karl's time there

Exceptional Spring 1997 Nina Ricci by Gerard Pipart Haute Couture Runway Black & White Strapless w Beaded Details designer-stella-mccartney Under that the skirt flowsThe twin of this dress walked the Spring 1997 Haute Couture collection. It was made under the creative direction of Gerard Pipart. The Nina Ricci brand was founded in 1932 at 20 Rue de Capucines in Paris. In 1964 Grard Pipart succeeded Jules Franois Crahay, Nina Ricci's former designer assistant, as head of the brand. Pipart, who had previously worked for Balmain, Fath, and Patou, brought a wide range of experience in all aspects of fashion to the