1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown stylist the skirt transitions into a

the skirt transitions into a semi-sheer lower panel with horizontal satin bands over mesh

This Donna Karan ensemble from the Spring/Summer 1991 collection is composed of a dark navy leather jacket and coordinating skirt

The bodice features a faux internal slip and sheer panel at the bust

which included layered pearl necklaces and white gardenia hair flowers

This sleeveless knit top from the Fall/Winter 1996 collection features a crew neckline with a button closure at the nape

1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown stylist the skirt transitions into aThis Pierre Balmain haute couture gown from the late 1940s, early 1950s is cut in a strapless, fitted silhouette with a flared hem. It features a black velvet body with a contrasting satin band at the sweetheart neckline. The front fastens with a vertical row of pearl style buttons, with fabric covered buttons continuing below. The hem is finished with a softly fluted flare.