1987 Yves Saint Laurent Pink Silk Asymmetric Dress with Belt Jane_Derby_Dress 28 cm )HIP: 34 in

28 cm )HIP: 34 in

The front fastens up the left hand side with a zip closure and a long row of velvet covered buttons which lead up to the high asymmetrical pointed collar

The wool does have a good degree of stretch

There are similar examples of Bohan's work on the runway which do just that

1987 Yves Saint Laurent Pink Silk Asymmetric Dress with Belt Jane_Derby_Dress 28 cm )HIP: 34 inSpring summer 1987 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche asymmetrical dress with sash belt and neck tie. This elegant design has an air of exoticism and was a signature look of the designer during the high octane decade that was the 1980s. The dress is made from a luxurious textured silk fabric in a vibrant fuchsia pink colour. The asymmetrical neckline adds a modern touch to the classic sheath silhouette and the belt cinches in the waist for a fitted look.