2008 Yves Saint Laurent Black Strapless Wool Bustier Top cinderella-dress swirling skirt and theatrical angel-sleeves

swirling skirt and theatrical angel-sleeves that create wonderful wing-like shapes around the body as the wearer walks

This is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite

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it runs small and it would best fit a UK 12

2008 Yves Saint Laurent Black Strapless Wool Bustier Top cinderella-dress swirling skirt and theatrical angel-sleevesThis tailored bustier top was designed by Stefano Pilati when he headed up the fashion house Yves Saint Laurent as the creative director. A dress version walked the runway in a grey colourway as part of the brands Spring 2008 collection. Cut to a cropped length, it is tailored to hit the waist at its smallest point. The bust area offers an angular take on a sweetheart neckline. It is boned the whole way around and lined with black satin. It fastens at