Emporio Armani FW1996 Beaded Silk Slip Dress – Black

Size IT 42 (fits US M, please refer to measurements)

A rare Emporio Armani slip dress from the Fall/Winter 1996 collection, documented on the original runway presentation. Elegant in its simplicity and exceptional in its craftsmanship, the piece embodies Giorgio Armani's signature vision of understated luxury through impeccable materials and refined hand-finishing.

Crafted from a lightweight silk and viscose blend with a softly crinkled texture, the dress falls in a fluid, body-skimming silhouette from delicate spaghetti straps and a classic scoop neckline. Clean lines and restrained proportions allow the extraordinary surface treatment to become the focal point of the design.

The entire dress is embellished with meticulously hand-applied horizontal rows of black glass beads and delicate sequins, creating a subtle interplay of texture and light across the garment. Rather than producing overt sparkle, the embellishment catches the light discreetly, giving the surface remarkable depth while remaining true to Armani's philosophy of quiet elegance.

A concealed center-back zip preserves the clean silhouette, while the lightly constructed skirt allows the fabric to move naturally with the body. Documented on the Fall/Winter 1996 runway, this design perfectly captures the refined minimalism that established Emporio Armani as one of the defining labels of the decade.

Timeless, versatile, and impeccably crafted, it remains an exceptional example of late 1990s Italian eveningwear.

A beautiful archival runway piece from one of Emporio Armani's most celebrated collections.

Measurements – laid flat:
To be provided

Composition:
50% Silk
50% Viscose

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