Spring 2003 Lanvin by Alber Elbaz Strapless Printed Silk Dress w Feather Trim Runway Sample Dress designer-ceil-chapman The drama of the wide

The drama of the wide cut sleeves does not translate in the photos - they need to be on a body and moving so that the richness of the silk really shows off

This gown was from that collection and was look number 64 in the show

The lurex skirt layer acts as its own lining and the main bodice is backed in a black satin

The entire jacket is hand done and covered in the beads and sequins

You can wear it loose and peasant style or it will blouse when tucked

Spring 2003 Lanvin by Alber Elbaz Strapless Printed Silk Dress w Feather Trim Runway Sample Dress designer-ceil-chapman The drama of the wideSpring 2003 marked Alber Elbaz's second collection for the Lanvin and the reviews were very positive. Vogue's Sarah Mower said of the collection; 'Bouquets are due Alber Elbaz for excellent taste and innovative design aimed directly at the sophisticated women of the world. His spring collection for Lanvin was a rare vision of luxurious dressing, balancing luster with rawness in a grown up, wearable way. The designer also has a genius for dresses,