1995 Gold Label Vivienne Westwood Corsette Set black-party-dress Unmarked silver with rhodium plating

Unmarked silver with rhodium plating

Double layers of organza line the skirt for additional volume

This French couture 1960s A-line mini dress has a wonderful luminosity to it thanks to its floral lame fabric

The effect of the layers has been captured without an additional underskirt but one could be worn if desired to further accentuate the waist

The mod dress style of the 60s was beginning to wane and full length Victoriana returned for its first fashion come back in a century

1995 Gold Label Vivienne Westwood Corsette Set black-party-dress Unmarked silver with rhodium platingVivienne Westwood black velvet corseted ensemble, as seen in the Fall Winter 1995 Vive La Cocotte collection one of the most iconic shows of her career. Staged at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, the show reflected Westwood's interest in 18th century French fashions and culture an interest which is particularly evident in this velvet set. It features a riding jacket with detachable corseted waist coat, signature orb button fastenings and puff