Christian Dior FW 1997 black architectural maxi gown

Museum-level Christian Dior black crêpe maxi evening dress from Galliano’s first collection for Dior, Fall Winter 1997. As seen on the runway and on Demi Moore.

Designer : John Galliano

Details : This piece is crafted from luxurious black crêpe fabric, with an architectural and refined haute couture precision. The design showcases a sculptural, elongated, full-length silhouette with sharply structured short sleeves. It features a dramatic shawl collar with Dior’s classic Cannage quilting and a plunging V necline. The bodice is tailored for a fitted waist and fastens with a row of sation-covered buttons that trace down the torso, emphasizing a nipped waist before extending into an elongated, statuesque skirt with a high front slit. Fully lined.

Size : Best fits sizes XXS and XS

Condition : Very good condition with minor signs of wear. We note that the interior purple lining presents some use around the armpit area.

Composition : Missing composition tag but it’s a mix of viscose, silk and acetate

Fabrication : France

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