Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress shown from the front, with a V-neck floral bodice, multicolour pleated waist and polka-dot skirt; Josie Borain campaign and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.

Valentino SS1989 Floral Colorblock Pleated Chiffon Dress

$1,550
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Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress shown from the front, with a V-neck floral bodice, multicolour pleated waist and polka-dot skirt; Josie Borain campaign and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.
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  • Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress shown from the front, with a V-neck floral bodice, multicolour pleated waist and polka-dot skirt; Josie Borain campaign and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.
  • Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress, close view of the floral silk bodice and layered purple, pink, coral and green pleated waist; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference
  • Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress, close view of the floral silk bodice and layered purple, pink, coral and green pleated waist; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference
  • Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress with pleated colour-block waist, shown in a full-length side view; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.
  • Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress with pleated colour-block waist, shown in a full-length side view; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.
  • Closeup Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress with pleated colour-block waist, shown in a full-length side view; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.
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  • Condition. Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress with pleated colour-block waist, shown in a full-length side view; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference.
  • Valentino S/S 1989 runway floral silk dress, view of the floral silk bodice and layered purple, pink, coral and green pleated waist; Josie Borain campaign shot by Steven Meisel and Marpessa Hennink runway reference
Valentino SS1989 Floral Colorblock Pleated Chiffon Dress

Valentino SS1989 Floral Colorblock Pleated Chiffon Dress

$1,550

This dress is richly layered in color and texture, with floral chiffon, a sculptural pleated waist, and a flowing skirt.
The bodice is cut with a soft V neckline framed by peach-toned trim. Short flutter sleeves add lightness, while built-in shoulder pads give the silhouette subtle structure. The waist is the focal point of the dress, constructed from layers of finely pleated chiffon in bold horizontal bands of purple, fuchsia, coral, and green. This color-blocked pleated waist panel wraps closely around the body like a soft cummerbund, contouring the waist and creating a sculptural contrast.
Below the waist, the dress releases into a gathered midi skirt in rich coral-red chiffon printed with black polka dots. The skirt falls with soft volume and movement, balancing the fitted waist with a playful, fluid finish.

🫧 Reference: This is the exact campaign piece modelled by Josie Borain, photographed by Steven Meisel, for Valentino Spring/Summer 1989. The design also appeared on the  runway in alternate colourways, modelled by Marpessa Hennink.

🫧 Measurement:
Tagged size: 8
Shoulder width: 19.7'' / 50 cm (has shoulder pads)
Bust: 31.5'' / 80 cm
Waist: 23.6'' / 60 cm
Hip: 33.1'' / 84 cm
Length: 47.2'' / 120 cm

All measurements are taken with the garment laid flat. Please allow for some margin of error depending on fabric, stretch, and construction.

🫧 Fabric: 100% silk

🫧 Condition: Very Good — 9/10. Slight yellowing to the green pleating at the waist due to natural aging of the silk fabric, not noticeable when worn; otherwise in pristine condition, with no further flaws to note.

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