Valentino Sheer-Sleeve Cutout Tulle Gown – Black A-Line Maxi Dress

Description:

Valentino builds this gown entirely from fine black tulle, and every element of it is about the way the fabric catches light. The bodice is gathered into soft vertical folds beneath a wide bateau neckline that sits high across the collarbone.

At the waist the tulle twists into a knot at centre front, opening onto two crescent cutouts at either side of the ribcage — the only skin the gown shows. The sleeves are cut in unlined tulle, blousing at the elbow before gathering into a narrow cuff at the wrist.

From the waist the skirt falls in dozens of gathered panels to a full sweeping hem. Covered, but never conservative.

Details:
• Wide bateau neckline
• Ruched tulle bodice with centre-front knot
• Crescent cutouts at the waist
• Sheer long blouson sleeves with fitted cuffs
• Full gathered A-line tulle skirt
• Floor-sweeping hem
• Concealed back zip
• Lined through the body
• Made in Italy

Styling Tip:
The sleeves and cutouts are the story — skip the bracelet and the necklace. A pair of drop earrings, a satin pump and a small clutch is the complete look.

Style #: 2B3VDET54N8