Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: Iridescent White Tulle Off-the-Shoulder Gown and Cape Autumn/Winter 2018, Runway Look 28 Iridescent white tulle off-the-shoulder gown and cape in floral sequin design, embellished with devoré ostrich feathers and edged with crystal pendants, glass beads and pearlescent stones Approximate dress measurements: Dress, Shoulders 16', Chest 34', waist 26', hips 36.5', length at back 60', length at front 58'; Cape, Shoulders 16', length at back 60', length at front 64' Footnotes: Design Information EMBROIDERY DETAILS A growing floral motif made of 4mm iridescent sequins in feminine tones of light pink and purple is almost seen as invisible until it catches the light. The shape of the flowers has been reinforced by adding touches of bugle beads, Swarovski crystals and xilion beads. Geometric embroidered crystal borders with touches of iridescent pendants have been placed on an almost invisible sequin base to add a richness to the embroidery. 300,000 sequins handwaved to construct the fabric base. HOURS OF WORK It took 15 specialist artisans over 1,000 hours to make this gown. Provenance From the Ralph & Russo Archive Original RRP Incl. VAT £72,900 Important Auction Notice Please note that all Lots in this auction are subject to both VAT at 20% on the Hammer Price and on the Buyer's Premium. If any Lot offered in this auction is exported from the UK within 3 months of the sale date, all VAT may be refunded for an overseas business. VAT on Premium cannot be refunded for non-trade buyers. This is subject to appropriate export documentation being provided. This Lot is being sold As Seen by the Administrators of Ralph & Russo Ventures Limited (in Liquidation) with no representations or warranties. Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: † † VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing