NWT F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler Runway Black Velvet Bateau Neckline Gown

NWT F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler Runway Black Velvet Bateau Neckline GownThis Thierry Mugler gown from the Fall Winter 1998 collection is cut in a sculpted sleeveless maxi silhouette. It is constructed in black with a bateau neckline and sharply contoured paneling through the bodice. The fitted waist leads to a long straight skirt with a side slit, while angled velvet panels at the hips create pocket accents. A version of this design appeared on the runway for the season. Never worn, this piece is complete with the

Darting shapes the waist and a concealed back zipper closes the dress

showcasing Alaïa’s sculptural approach to the female form

This Donna Karan skirt from the late 1980s is cut in a fitted bodycon silhouette

Designed with a halterneck strap

This sleeveless Richard Tyler halter top from the late 1990s is cut in a fitted silhouette

The design debuted on the season's runway as part of look 9

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This men’s psychedelic floral button-down shirt from Gucci’s Spring/Summer 1999 “Las Vegas Hippy” collection was designed by Tom Ford

This detailing foreshadowed the oversized zippers that later became a hallmark of his own label

These baroque-print mini shorts from Versace’s Spring/Summer 2005 “Chaos Couture” collection were designed by Donatella Versace

and vertical seams through the skirt

Presenting a fabulous silver-tone and black rhinestone Gianni Versace hair clip designed by Donatella Versace