F/W 1991 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Black Velvet Strappy Bodycon Mini Dress

F/W 1991 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Black Velvet Strappy Bodycon Mini DressThis strappy mini dress from Gianni Versaces Fall Winter 1991 collection is a documented runway piece. Shown as Look 72 on Marpessa Hennink, the design was also photographed on Claudia Schiffer by Herb Ritts. The dress is constructed with black velvet panels at the bust and back, connected by multiple straps that highlight the bodys form. Referencing elements that would later define Versaces Miss S&M collection, this piece reflects Gianni Versaces

The tailored design is finished with a prominent gold-tone crest button closure at the front

This metallic woven top perfectly catches the light with every movement

and rhinestones around the neck and nape of the jacket

This Dolce & Gabbana oversized shawl coat from the Fall/Winter 1989 collection is made from plush cranberry red faux fur

The blazer features transparent Versace Medusa relief buttons at the front closures and cuffs and is elevated with steel corset-style Medusa details at the front and back

and a high-cut leg

This Gianni Versace Couture gown by Donatella Versace is from the Fall/Winter 1998 collection

This fabulous black knit Gucci t-shirt

Nearly 20 years old and unused

this beige corseted dress features a sheer black mesh overlay with bold piping details

or a tiger-stripe or leopard-spot beach caftan

This entirely sheer top features a double layer of mesh at the front and a wide mock neck which can be fashioned in several ways