1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown small accessory unstructured lines that create an

unstructured lines that create an effortless silhouette

and signature GG clasps

This Gucci by Tom Ford skirt from the Spring/Summer 1995 runway collection is crafted in black silk taffeta with a voluminous flared silhouette

A unisex design

1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown small accessory unstructured lines that create anThis Pierre Balmain haute couture gown from the late 1940s, early 1950s is cut in a strapless, fitted silhouette with a flared hem. It features a black velvet body with a contrasting satin band at the sweetheart neckline. The front fastens with a vertical row of pearl style buttons, with fabric covered buttons continuing below. The hem is finished with a softly fluted flare.