Chic Fall 1979 Givenchy by Hubert de Givenchy Runway Black Silk & Velvet with Inner Slip The 2020s This is an extraordinary piece

This is an extraordinary piece of McQueen's history and I love the tie in with Naomi

Runway reference photos from stylebistro

neck and sleeves are left frayed and de-constructed - a favorite detailing of Alber's work

Simple but not as every detail is utterly perfect and the fabric itself is literally a work of art

A contrasting printed border finishes the button front

Chic Fall 1979 Givenchy by Hubert de Givenchy Runway Black Silk & Velvet with Inner Slip The 2020s This is an extraordinary pieceThe twin of this dress walked the runway for the Fall 1979 Givenchy show. It was made under the creative direction of Hubert de Givenchy. On the runway they showed it belted with a wide wrap belt. From what I understand that was sold separately. We have added a thin black ribbon for ours and I prefer it with a more narrow belt as it really allows the beautiful softness of the bodice to show better. I love that you can choose to wear it either way, or