pink bandeau maxi dress Lace Bandeau Column Maxi Dress

Satin material, sweetheart neckline, lace bust, wired cups, tie detail, adjustable shoulder straps, open back with elasticated bands at back, invisible zip fastening at back

The iconic staple remains one of the most versatile and reinvented garments ever and one that continues to prove it transcends seasons, with its layering capabilities and potentials for dressing up and down unrivalled among other items of clothing. Some slip dresses are so iconic you can think of them without hesitationWinona Ryder in velvet purple to Kate Moss in silky Versace among the ones going down in fashion history.Here, a visual history of the iconic slip dress over the years.

See the most sought-after styles from the 60s to Y2K, from prom to party and evening gowns.

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