1997 Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Runway Blue Lace Dress and Jacket dior_style Made from a lightweight white

Made from a lightweight white cotton mousseline which has been pleated and pink tucked across the front panel

This jacket is fully lined with black satin

This is a wonderful example of Janice Wainwright's early work which is highly sort after by collectors and museums alike

From the empire line of the bust

1997 Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Runway Blue Lace Dress and Jacket dior_style Made from a lightweight whiteThis rare, haute couture ensemble was made by Christian Lacroix and walked the runway as part of the labels magnificent Spring 1997 Couture runway show, paired with a headpiece and parasol. It comprises a strappy knee length dress and coordinating jacket. The jacket is tailored from shot silk in an elegant champagne hue. It has an open collar and a curved front which reveals a panel of champagne voile appliqud with lace and ribbon work in champagne,