This rare and highly sought-after 2005 Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière dress is a truly exceptional piece.
The dress features a relaxed, flowing A-line silhouette and is crafted from two airy layers of fine silk. The bottom layer is made from lustrous silk satin, while the upper layer is composed of slightly sheer silk crepe georgette. Both layers feature an intricate, colorful paisley and ikat print interspersed with sections of sky blue. The transparency of the georgette, combined with the shimmering satin beneath, creates a striking layered effect.
The dress features a delicate black lace halter neckline with a wide, open neckline and patterned appliqués positioned at the front beside the lace. From there, it falls into a voluminous A-line silhouette with intricate ruffles and a dramatic high-low handkerchief hem, ranging from mini length at the center front to almost floor length at the back.
Beautifully constructed with exceptional attention to detail, the dress closes at the side with a row of concealed snaps and several hook-and-eye fastenings. 100% silk. Made in France.
