Fall 1982 Valentino by the Original Mr Valentino Purple Silk Strapless BubbleDress w Rainbow Detailing designer-missoni This is a stunning example

This is a stunning example of this season and is a sensual mix of all those fabric and cut to perfection

This is one of those pieces you will reach for over and over because it will go with anything and will never go out of style

It closes with the gold toned metal buttons at the front

The neckline is just slightly scooped and the sleeves are very full above their buttoned cuffs

The dress is made from a beautiful silk chiffon that has that glorious floral print over it and then a second for the under layer of the skirt

Fall 1982 Valentino by the Original Mr Valentino Purple Silk Strapless BubbleDress w Rainbow Detailing designer-missoni This is a stunning exampleThis dress is from the Fall 1982 Valentino collection. It was made under the creative direction of the original Mr. Valentino. This is a very rare and unusual dress from the Valentino boutique label. Michelle Harper wore its twin in 2011 and you can see it in the foreground of the photo of an exhibit of his work at the Met Museum. Its twin was shot in black that season as well. Valentino launched his ready to wear label in 1962 just two years after