S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Prototype Maroon Ombré Velvet Backless Halter Dress clutch bag This Gianni Versace skirt from

This Gianni Versace skirt from the early 2000s

Their sleek angular shape is accentuated by iconic gold-tone Versace Medusa relief adorning each arm

it features a silver-studded bust and matching straps

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published in Fashion Designers A–Z by Valerie Steele

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Prototype Maroon Ombré Velvet Backless Halter Dress clutch bag This Gianni Versace skirt fromThis Gucci dress from the Spring Summer 1997 collection by Tom Ford is cut in a knee length silhouette with a backless halter neckline. This prototype is constructed from maroon ombr velvet with a draped cowl front secured with a metal chain strap at the neck. A variation of this design appeared on the runway modeled by Stella Tennant. The same design was worn by Carolyn Murphy to the CFDA Awards and modeled by Danielle Zinaich for Harpers Bazaar US