Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: Off-White Chantilly Lace Bridal Gown Autumn/Winter 2018, Runway Look 47 Off-white Chantilly lace bridal gown, featuring plunging neckline with statement tulle overlay and cascading tulle train Approximate measurements: Shoulders 14', chest 33', waist 26', hips 38.5', length at back 118', length at front 63' Footnotes: Design Information CONSTRUCTION and EMBROIDERY DETAILS Embellished with layers of hand cut floral lace appliqué in a glitter finish, metallic silver xilions, crystals and pearls in an ornate design. 20 metres of white floral glitter lace has been hand cut and appliqued to a white silk invisible tulle, this process alone took over three weeks. The lace was then encrusted with 100,000 crystals, delicate silk thread work, iridescent and metallic sequins and micro beading. 3-D flowers have been decorated with xilions, navette crystals and sequins and delicately placed to enrichen the embroidery. HOURS OF WORK It took a total of 7,000 hours by 20 specialist artisans to create this gown. Provenance From the Ralph & Russo Archive Original RRP Incl. VAT £183,000 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