Christian Dior Spring 2011 by John Galliano Sea Dress designer-richard-tyler This one with its pretty

This one with its pretty blue tones is a beauty

I love the graphic feel of this little black strapless dress from Geoffrey Beene with its two saucy cream felt details on the bust

You can leave it loose or belt it

The fabric is a light crepe so falls well but not so light that you have to have the perfect body underneath - this fabric is light enough to drape well but heavy enough to cover flaws and be flattering

The dress skims over you to meet those two bottom tiers of chiffon

Christian Dior Spring 2011 by John Galliano Sea Dress designer-richard-tyler This one with its prettyThe Shrimpton Couture Archives Rare twin of the runway piece with its original belt. Covered in bead work Current Loan Replacement Value: $20,000 USD Reference Photo: Spring 2011 Christian Dior Runway, Look 42 (Michaela Kocianova)