Dennis Basso Dress and Shrug, 2016

Dennis Basso Dress and Shrug, 2016

Renee Fleming wore this dress at London's Barbican for her performance with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sakari Oramo. Property from the Collection of Renee Fleming, New York, New York, to benefit the Renee Fleming Foundation.

Strapless dress of black sheer fabric woven with diagonal stripes of dark blue satin that morphs stylized fauna pattern at the hem, revealing a semi-transparent hem. There is a heavily boned inner bodice and a dark blue taffeta lining that extends into a petticoat. The very full skirt is pulled into deep pleats around the waist, with extra deep pleats at the center back. The dress closes down the center back with a zip and hook and eyes. into a floral design around the wide, sweeping hem. The very full skirt is lined with black polyester and has a long train. A series of hook and eyes and zips close down the center back. A matching, long sleeve shrug jacket attaches to the top of the strapless dress with hook and eyes. Label: Dennis Basso No Size Label Condition: Overall very good condition. There are soil marks under each arm from wear, plus some minor pulling of the blue satin on the inside of the pleats at the center back and on the front left of the bodice. The shrug is in very good condition with no visible problems. Approximate Flat Measurements Across the Front: DRESSBust: 16.5 Waist: 15Hips:25Length (from underarm): 56 SHRUG Shoulder: 15 Sleeve: 24 The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. As everything is sold 'as is', we suggest that you request a more detailed condition report and additional photo. This can be obtained via the INQUIRE button or by email at couturecr@lesliehindman.com. Condition is a matter of opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.
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