2001 Balmain Haute Couture Runway Coat and Dress Ensemble red-dress This dress closes at the

This dress closes at the side with a silver-toned metal zip which is most probably original to the dress

The dress isn't lined and retains its original fabric belt

The dress comes with a white cotton petticoat which is finished with a ruffle-trimmed frilly hem

and neatly stitched pleats atop of each shoulder accentuate the puff shoulder detail

2001 Balmain Haute Couture Runway Coat and Dress Ensemble red-dress This dress closes at theThis beautifully crafted coat and dress suit walked the runway as part of Balmains Spring 2001 haute couture collection (look 10). Designed by the creative director at the time, Oscar de la Renta, the Vogue review stated that the designers faithful followers would have been fans of this collection. The ensemble is tailored from a lightweight, smooth wool silk blend in a biscuity beige hue. The dress is cut to a highly wearable shift dress silhouette