Valentino Spring 2008 Polka Dot Green Dress designer-jean-patou The halter of the bodice

The halter of the bodice curves up and behind the neck

It is literally cut to the waist and the panels of fabric that cover the breast and back are set with a gap between them so the plunge takes centre stage on both sides

The neckline is kept rounded and a keyhole sits at the front for a subtle flash of skin

That said even with the fullness it is light in weight and easy to wear

The jacket is cut loose and easy through the upper body as was the style during this time period and then the waist is nipped in

Valentino Spring 2008 Polka Dot Green Dress designer-jean-patou The halter of the bodiceThe Shrimpton Couture Archives Reference Photos Video: (1 3) Spring 2008 Valentino, Look 78. Model Inguna Butane. (4) Madame Figaro France, March 2008.