Vionnet Designer Dress

Vionnet Draped Couture-Inspired Evening Cocktail Dress – Limited Edition (c. 2012–2016) Step into a piece of living fashion history with this extraordinary Vionnet evening cocktail dress, designed during the brand’s remarkable 2012–2016 revival under creative director Goga Ashkenazi. Crafted in Italy from a luxuriously fluid viscose blend, the gown showcases a sculptural silhouette with deep V neckline, dramatic draping, and rich burgundy satin accents cinched at the waist — a bold nod to the brand’s 1930s couture heritage. Featuring a voluminous wrap-style front, open sides, and a Grecian-inspired profile, this piece bridges past and future with architectural elegance. It is unmistakably Vionnet: glamorous, powerful, and precisely draped to flatter the body in motion. 🕰 About This Era: What Most People Don’t Know • In 2012, Goga Ashkenazi relaunched Vionnet as a couture-forward house, reviving Madeleine Vionnet’s pioneering techniques with sculptural, red carpet-ready drama. • These gowns were produced in very limited quantities, handmade in Italy and distributed exclusively through luxury retailers and private client appointments. • Often worn just once for editorial shoots or high-profile events, most pieces were archived or returned — making surviving gowns in excellent condition like this one exceptionally rare. • Though Vionnet closed again in 2018, this revival era has become highly collectible for its artistry, rarity, and historical significance. ✨ Details • Designer: Vionnet • Era: Circa 2012–2016 • Material: 95% Viscose, 5% Elastane – Lining: Viscose/Silk blend • Made in: Italy • Features: Deep V neckline, couture-style draping, burgundy satin panels, open side construction, unstructured back • Condition: Excellent — preserved in near-pristine condition, likely worn only once • Rarity: Limited production, rarely seen on the resale market. This is more than a dress — it’s a sculptural artefact from one of fashion’s most ambitious couture revivals. Worn once, remembered forever. Measurements, Best fits size UK 8. Shoulders: 36cm Bust: 44cm Waist: 36cm Hips: 44cm Length: 112cm