Meg Randell
Head of U.K. & Europe for Fashion and Handbags
Lot 14†
Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: a Pale Blue Ballgown Spring/Summer 2017, Runway Look 45
Ending from 24 July 2025, 12:00 BST
London, New Bond Street£4,000 - £6,000
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Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: a Pale Blue Ballgown
Spring/Summer 2017, Runway Look 45
Pale blue ballgown with square deep-split corset, embellished with metallic crystals in tessellating design, contrasting silk organza skirt adorned with geometric ruffles
Approximate measurements: bust 32.5", waist 27", front length 52", back length 60"
Pale blue ballgown with square deep-split corset, embellished with metallic crystals in tessellating design, contrasting silk organza skirt adorned with geometric ruffles
Approximate measurements: bust 32.5", waist 27", front length 52", back length 60"
Footnotes
EMBROIDERY DETAILS:
90 meters of organza used, equating to approximately 18,000 hand cut squares, which are layered and appliquéd into textured geometric design.
HOURS OF WORK:
22 skilled artisans were dedicated to to the making of this look for nearly three weeks.
Original Value Incl. VAT
£111,600
Provenance
From the Ralph & Russo Archive
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