F/W 1983 Saint Laurent Runway Black Sequin Smocked Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress tote bag A striking example of Rabanne’s

A striking example of Rabanne’s late-1990s experimentation with sculptural

adding definition to the classic silhouette

They are crafted in a clear green acetate with matching tinted lenses and gold-tone square ‘G’ logo plaques at the hinges

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F/W 1983 Saint Laurent Runway Black Sequin Smocked Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress tote bag A striking example of Rabanne’sThis Yves Saint Laurent cocktail dress from the Fall Winter 1983 collection is cut in a fitted silhouette with a gathered drop waist skirt. The bodice features smocked construction with horizontal bands of black sequins and a square neckline. Long sleeves are softly voluminous with gathered cuffs finished with matching sequin trim. A version of this design appeared on the seasons runway.