Cocktail dress with Swarovski crystals
1997
88.0 x 92.0 cm
Museo del Traje
Gianni Versace (1946 – 1997)
Gianni Versace: A visionary Italian designer known for bold prints, opulent glamour, and a provocative aesthetic that redefined 80s & 90s fashion with iconic pieces like Medusa motifs and shimmering dresses.
Museo del Traje (Madrid, Spain)
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Short party dress made with Swarovski crystals in orange and red, with a straight neckline and straps. The lining is made with a mustard-colored silk taffeta. The left side has a zipper, a hook and thread loop fastening. Gianni Versace became acquainted with the world of fashion in his childhood. His designs are influenced by Greco-Roman culture, the golden Byzantine era, the Renaissance, Neoclassicism, Art Deco and all contemporary art. This dress is very much influenced by the fashions of the 20
About this artwork
- Title: Cocktail dress with Swarovski crystals
- Artist: Gianni Versace
- Year: 1997
- Original dimensions: 88.0 x 92.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Museo del Traje
- Color palette: Pastels
- Color hue: Yellow-Green Range