c2009 Black Silk Alexander McQueen Plunge Dress designer-ceil-chapman The little cape that comes

The little cape that comes with it sits on the shoulders and add a pretty detail and flowing feel to the dress

I love that the inner skirt is finished at its hem with a silk piping of the same fabric as the exterior

Pockets in each side and immaculate inside

The jumpsuit is unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper

Note that there is a smudge on the side of the inner skirt under the panel

c2009 Black Silk Alexander McQueen Plunge Dress designer-ceil-chapman The little cape that comesWhen I go over an Alexander McQueen dress the thing I always marvel at is how close it is in construction to dresses designed by the greats from far earlier time periods. This is due to his Saville Row tailoring background and attention to detail and construction. If not for the label and slightly different grade fabrications you almost get the thought that you are handling a piece of very well made vintage Haute Couture. He excelled in his tailoring