Fall 1982 Yves Saint Laurent Iridescent Purple Silk Taffeta Gigot Sleeve Dress Dresses Neck: 15 3/4"

Neck: 15 3/4"

The dress is even more gorgeous in person then how it photoed

I love the long skinny sleeves - it's the perfect balance to to the short hem line

There is always one small but perfect detail in a Norell piece and on this it is that unusual softly gathered collar that give the neckline a slight fullness and edgy feel

The bow at the waist is attached and hooks under the front bow to close into place

Fall 1982 Yves Saint Laurent Iridescent Purple Silk Taffeta Gigot Sleeve Dress Dresses Neck: 15 3/4"The twin of this dress walked the runway for the Fall 1982 show and I love that we found photos of it for you so you can see just how spectacular it is one and how the sleeves sit once on a body. This silhouette with its dramatic sleeves and full skirts was an important element for that season. It is just a stunning example of one of his most recognized looks. The dress is made from a combination of two of his favorite fabrics, silk taffeta and silk