F/W 1996 Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Black Taffeta Gold Sequin Dress small accessory this fantastic and rare piece

this fantastic and rare piece is made complete with a bow that wraps around the hips and features mother of pearl-like appliqués

her first fall collection for the house following Gianni Versace’s death in 1997

The dress features front and back cutout detailing and a central knotted panel that continues through the length of the dress

Designed by Gianni Versace and made in Italy

providing a cowl-style effect

F/W 1996 Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Black Taffeta Gold Sequin Dress small accessory this fantastic and rare pieceThis black taffeta and gold sequin Fendi dress from the Fall Winter 1996 collection by Karl Lagerfeld features short sleeves, a pointed collar, a front button placket. A contrasting waistband ties into a bow on the back placed directly under an exposed v plunge. A variation appeared on the runway, modeled by Helena Christensen.