1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown stylist The yellow version was worn

The yellow version was worn by Lil Kim and captured by David Lachapelle

the skirt transitions into a semi-sheer lower panel with horizontal satin bands over mesh

This bag appeared on the runway

which included layered pearl necklaces and white gardenia hair flowers

1950s Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Flared Gown stylist The yellow version was wornThis Pierre Balmain haute couture gown from the late 1940s, early 1950s is cut in a strapless, fitted silhouette with a flared hem. It features a black velvet body with a contrasting satin band at the sweetheart neckline. The front fastens with a vertical row of pearl style buttons, with fabric covered buttons continuing below. The hem is finished with a softly fluted flare.