1970s Lanvin Plunge Front Backless Nylon Jersey Halter Dress designer-christian-dior Reference Photos: Yves Saint Laurent

Reference Photos: Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior

each is full and voluminous

Both the top and skirt have a pretty red floral pattern worked into the top layer of fabric that really pops against the cream backdrop

Item# DD2803

1970s Lanvin Plunge Front Backless Nylon Jersey Halter Dress designer-christian-dior Reference Photos: Yves Saint LaurentThis dress is insanely sexy. It is so unusual with its cut and looks fabulous on. The only downside is that it is extremely tiny. Even on my size 2 dress form it barely fit. The fabric used for it is a black nylon jersey knit that allows it to have that wonderful drape that you see. It really pushes the boundaries in terms of sensuality for Lanvin for this time period and I love it. The jersey used is virtually wrinkle free so it is a great traveling