F/W 1991 Ralph Lauren Runway Black Silk Taffeta Off-the-Shoulder Flared Coat Dress evening bag this bralette can be worn

this bralette can be worn alone or layered under a tailored blazer for an iconic power look

while the racerback cut and exposed center back seam follow the spine

A version debuted as Look 16

modeled by Carolin Ribeiro and photographed by Steven Meisel

a square neckline

F/W 1991 Ralph Lauren Runway Black Silk Taffeta Off-the-Shoulder Flared Coat Dress evening bag this bralette can be wornThis Ralph Lauren Purple Label coat dress from the Fall Winter 1991 collection is crafted in black silk taffeta with a fitted bodice and flared skirt. It features an off the shoulder neckline with a wide folded collar, long sleeves, and a double breasted button front. The waist is defined with seam construction, and the skirt falls in soft pleats from the hip. A version of this design appeared on the season's runway.