Valentino Ruffled Bodice Halter Gown – Black and Ivory Column Maxi Dress

Description:

Two halves that could not be less alike. The bodice of this Valentino gown is built from row upon row of tiny ivory ruffles, packed dense enough to read as texture rather than trim, finishing in a scalloped band of black-and-white beadwork at the waist.

Below that line everything stops: the skirt is plain black crepe, narrow through the hip and falling straight to the floor with a slight sweep at the back.

A high halter neckline leaves the shoulders and back bare, letting the ruffled bodice sit as the single point of interest. Made for galas, black-tie evenings, and formal weddings.

Details:
• Floor-length column gown
• Ivory ruffle-worked bodice with beaded scalloped waist band
• Plain black crepe skirt
• High halter neckline
• Bare shoulders and back
• Softly swept hem
• Made by Valentino

Styling Tip:
The contrast does the work — no necklace, an earring at most, and a black heel that keeps the lower half as quiet as it was designed to be.

Style #: 3B0VDGV01MM