F/W 2005 Gucci Runway Purple Satin Chiffon Backless Long Sleeve Mini Dress

F/W 2005 Gucci Runway Purple Satin Chiffon Backless Long Sleeve Mini DressThis Gucci mini dress from the Fall Winter 2005 collection is cut in a fitted satin silhouette with a high neck and long sheer chiffon sleeves. The bodice features a front keyhole opening with a long zip closure and black seam piping shaping the waist. A chiffon neck tie wraps at the collar and the back is open with a sheer chiffon drape. This Victorian inspired design debuted on the season's runway as look 17, under the creative direction of

which Galliano used in the Spring/Summer 1998 collection of his namesake brand

This look was modeled by Debbie Deitering on the season’s runway

It is constructed in a black ribbed knit wool-blend with a high neck and sleeveless cut

It features a scoop neckline framed by wide shoulder straps

The sinuous upper features cutouts and slender straps

The jeans have an unfinished hem around the waist

featured in the ad campaign

It is also featured in an editorial on Stella Tennant alongside Maggie Rizer

this pair features the collection's highly sought-after Guccisima print in thick

The front of the blouse is closed with a hook and eyelet closure

The boots are light leather and lined with saddle-brown crocodile skin

and a scalloped trim finishes the top and hem