F/W 1988 Claude Montana Runway Sculpted Lapel Black Coat Dress

F/W 1988 Claude Montana Runway Sculpted Lapel Black Coat DressThis black Claude Montana coat dress from the Fall Winter 1988 collection is constructed with sculptural tailoring. It features a dramatic asymmetrical lapel that rises and curls into a sharp standing collar, framing a deep V neckline. The double breasted front fastens with two buttons at the waist. Long sleeves are finished with buttoned cuffs, and the body is shaped with precise seam construction that contours the waist and hips.

Constructed with only one seam

They feature an all-over ladybug print in red

or carried over the shoulder

both in a simple white with black vertical stripes on the sides

columnar shift silhouette

Presenting a flirty embroidered black babydoll tank top designed by Donatella for the Gianni Versace Fall/Winter 2002 collection

The blouse is constructed entirely of lace and features an exaggerated collar

captured by Richard Avedon

Matching fringe and studs line the front pockets and run down the back of either leg

The fitted sheath silhouette showcases intricate scrolling leaf motifs with scalloped edges at the neckline and hem

the neckline gathers at the collar and forms a deep front slit

The minimalist silhouette features thin straps