2006 Roberto Cavalli Embellished Ivory Silk Sculptural High-Slit Finale Gown

An incredibly rare and highly coveted Roberto Cavalli embellished ivory silk sculptural high-slit trained gown dating back to his epic 2006 fall/winter collection. This unforgettable dress was the finale look worn by popstar and Cavalli muse, Victoria Beckham. As Vogue put it, "there are few people who better embodied the purring come hither of Roberto Cavalli’s designs than a 2005 to 2008-era Victoria Beckham." Roberto Cavalli made a career out of dressing women in his highly decorative, flamboyant and sophisticated gowns. Unapologetic glamour, fluidly applied onto the female form was part of his signature style. Cavalli's ideal woman was a rock star—effortlessly chic, with an edge that’s both glamorous and daring. In his heyday he dressed everyone from Aaliyah to Jennifer Lopez. His legacy continues to blaze the red carpets as his designs have been the choice of today's stars such as Beyoncé, Zendaya, and Kim Kardashian. Suddenly, everyone is wearing vintage Cavalli! This gorgeous gown, with its intricately beaded detailing and seductive silhouette, is the very definition of excessive opulence that effortlessly works. The dress is fashioned in a luxurious, light-weight semi sheer ivory silk with a flawless fit that hugs the body in all the right places. The alluring bodice is marvelous with a built in boned bodysuit corset for ultimate shape definement, making this such a figure flattering statement. A sculptural low plunge bustier with pleated cups is so eye-catching. My favorite design element is the intricate, heavily embellished fan appliqué sitting right at the hip, creating a lovely waist cinching hourglass illusion. The gold braiding, combined with the red and silver beadwork, pops against the ivory silk. I love how the Cavalli logo is slyly placed in the middle of the fan without taking away from the design at all. The figure-defining waist flows into a dramatic full-length trained skirt, which pools to the floor dramatically. The beautiful asymmetrical pleating draws the eye to the high slit, adding a teasing element while still looking ethereal. Worn by one of the most infamous fashion icons of the early 2000's, this rare gown would make a perfect choice for today's red carpet, gala, or as an unforgettable bridal look. 

Measurements

Bust: 30-32 inches

Waist: 23-25 inches

Hips: best up to 35 inches

This archival 2006 Roberto Cavalli ivory runway gown is in wonderful condition with no rips, holes or missing beadwork. Perfectly working side zipper and couture level interior boned corsetry. Only signs of wear are a few small pulls to the silk and two faint surface spots on the skirt which get lost in the folds. Please message for detailed pictures. A stunning Cavalli masterpiece that you will treasure for years to come.