An extraordinary archival piece from Julien Macdonald’s era at Givenchy, dating to Fall/Winter 2004
This garment exists as a one-of-one sample prototype, embodying the theatrical glamour and sculptural excess that defined Macdonald’s vision for the house during the early 2000s
Constructed in a luminous floral jacquard satin with a muted smoky lavender tone, the dress transforms couture bow construction into wearable architecture
The silhouette appears restrained from the front with its elegant bateau neckline and softly cocooned shape, before unfolding dramatically at the back into an oversized sculptural bow with elongated trailing ribbons cascading nearly to the floor
The exaggerated rear volume creates an almost surreal profile, balancing softness and monumentality in a way that feels unmistakably couture
The gathered bubble hem further amplifies the sculptural effect, giving the piece movement and dimensionality from every angle
Size
FR 34
Measurements
Chest: 38 cm
Waist: 40 cm
Hip: Free
Length: 103 cm
Total Length (including ribbon): 180 cm
Condition
Excellent
There is a minor area near the oversized back bow that would benefit from slight hand-stitch reinforcement/repair
*measurements are taken in centimeters
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