Oscar de La Renta knew how to design for a woman he often asked his wife her opinion or did a prototype of a dress for her to try on. This dress has black velvet top which goes to below the hip. The high rounded collar in the front goes past the shoulders then stops to an open ved back. The bodice is fitted past the hips then the magic happens above the black and gold metallic lace is beadwork in rhinestones and gold glass beads around the beading gold thread is embroidered. Measures as follow Shoulders 15, Bust 34, Sleeves 22, armhole 8, Waist 28, Hips 38, length 43 Excellent condition