Romeo Gigli Purple Strapless Flower Bud Cocoon Dress Circa 1980s

Romeo Gigli Purple Strapless Flower Bud Cocoon Dress Circa 1980s

An early example of Romeo Gigli's romantic vision. Made from a double layer of unusual sheer stretch fibrous nylon textile. The bodice is strapless and can folds over and ruche down. The skirt is gathered to the bodice, the front knotted to look like a flower bud creating a classic Gigli cocoon skirt shape. A dress fit for a forest nymph.

Fabric composition 100% Nylon Polyamide

Made in Italy

Size 42IT

Fabric has stretch

Length of bodice unfolded 32cm

Across chest 33cm 

Across waist 

Across hips 

Length 109cm - shortest length 79cm ( without bodice folded over)

Condition Excellent! with an original swing tag detailing its care, in unused condition.

Worn in some images with Romeo Gigli 2001 Purple wool and silk skirt available in another listing.

Reference images - Romeo Gigli Vogue US January 1987, Photographer Gilles Tapie. Romeo Gigli Ad by Paolo Roversi 1987 from Vogue UK 

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