Fall 1987 Yves Saint Laurent Fitted Black Velvet & Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress designer-frank-usher George Stavropoulos was known for

George Stavropoulos was known for his evening wear and his signature looks that often involved draping and the use of multiple layers of silk done on a bias cut

The bodice is a simple halter with a pretty ruffle detail that circles the top of the bodice and carries down the front

The collar is magnificent and it is structured in stark contrast to the silk underneath

I have just found a photo of this piece as presented in the Autumn/Winter 1984-1985 on page 242 of the book Fashion the Twentieth Century by Francois Baudot

I remember coming across a editorial or ad photo that documented this set but unfortunately have not been able to re-locate it

Fall 1987 Yves Saint Laurent Fitted Black Velvet & Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress designer-frank-usher George Stavropoulos was known forThis beautiful dress by Yves Saint Laurent mixes a solid black velvet with a sheer black silk chiffon. It provides head to toe coverage but the sheerness and placement of the silk chiffon give it that twist of sensuality that runs through Yves' pieces. The mix of the fabrics also serves to highlight the lines of the dress and shape of the woman who wears it. The body of the dress, including the long fitted sleeves, is done in a soft, inky black