1988 Ungaro Runway Documented Metallic Black Bustle Dress versace-couture Both bodice and skirt are

Both bodice and skirt are lined and there is a concealed zip fastening at the centre reverse of the dress

Another elaborate example of romanticism from Gina Fratini

This sophisticated and very wearable ensemble is in extraordinary vintage condition with no flaws of any note and looks barely worn

The woven black and gold lace lame is known as cobweb lame and is highly prized from this period

Waist - 31 in (78

1988 Ungaro Runway Documented Metallic Black Bustle Dress versace-couture Both bodice and skirt areThis black runway documented 1980s lame cocktail dress is by renowned French couturier Emanuel Ungaro. With a dramatic square neckline, the dress is sleeveless but with an exaggerated double layer of ruffles at the shoulders, ruched fabric wrapped around the bodice and a double layer ruffle trim around the base which gives volume and accentuates an hourglass figure. The back has a bustle design with additional ruffles cascading from the bottom of the