1980s Haute Couture Black Velvet Tulle Spaghetti Strap Dress

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Haute Couture Black Velvet Tulle Spaghetti Strap Dress

• Vintage; circa early 1980s (Fall 1982-1983)
• Black / Charcoal
• Velvet bodice and spaghetti straps
• Sweetheart neckline
• Seam detail at center, and natural waist
• Drop waist construction
• Tulle skirt
• Side zipper closure
• A-line fit and flare silhouette
• Knee-length
• Made in France
• No fabric composition label
• Good preowned vintage condition; stitching at center appears reworked and some burnout on velvet under arms (see photo details)

Size & Measurements
Approximate, taken flat:

No size label; estimated US 0 or Extra Small
Bust: 13.5"
Waist: 12.5"
Hips: 19"
Length from Shoulder: 39"
Center Length: 31"
Strap Drop (from back): 7"

Mannequin is an approximate US Size 4; product photo was composited for back image and shot unzipped to fit mannequin.

Reference photos from Fall 1982-1983 Ready-to-Wear Runway.