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Pleated flared minidress
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Paco Rabanne brings a sculptural edge to the classic LBD with this must-have design. Fitted with a cinching velvet panel at the waist, it’s shaped with flared cuffs and a puffy, pleated skirt.
- Material III: 70% viscose, 25% polyamide, 5% elastane
- Material: 62% acetate, 38% viscose
- Closure: zipped back
- Color: black
- Designer color name: Black
- Material II: 90% viscose, 10% elastane
- Made in Portugal
- Care instructions: dry clean
- Item number: P00686203
size & fit
- True to size
- Oversized shoulders
- Shoulder pad inserts
- Cinched waist
- Stretchy fabric
- The model seen in the picture is 178cm-5'10" and wearing a size FR 36
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Rabanne Pleated flared minidress
Rabanne’s expertise in material interplay is evident in this flared minidress. The design contrasts a sleek, fitted bodice with a plush velvet waist panel and a dramatically draped, pleated skirt. This creates a modern silhouette with voluminous proportions, perfect for making a memorable evening appearance.
The art of the detail
Presented in a deep black hue, this minidress showcases a masterful study in texture. The design features a long-sleeved bodice in a smooth, form-fitting fabric that gives way to a tactile velvet panel defining the waist. From there, a lightweight, fluid skirt is intricately pleated, creating a flared shape that culminates in a voluminous bubble hem. The flared cuffs mirror the playful proportions of the lower half, while a concealed rear closure ensures a seamless and uninterrupted profile from every angle.
How to wear
Emphasize the dress's dramatic silhouette with platform heels and sculptural silver earrings for a gallery opening or cocktail party. The interplay of textures provides a strong foundation, allowing for either minimal accessorizing or more declarative additions. For a celebratory dinner, consider pairing it with a metallic clutch and pointed-toe pumps to complement the flared proportions of the sleeves and hem. The dress serves as a centerpiece, adapting to both avant-garde and classic evening aesthetics with confidence and flair, ensuring a polished presence at any after-dark event.
About Rabanne
Since its founding in the 1960s, Rabanne has been synonymous with a futuristic vision and material innovation. The house, originally celebrated for its iconic chainmail and metal creations, has evolved while retaining its avant-garde spirit. Today, the collections explore a unique tension between radical design and sophisticated wearability. This minidress perfectly embodies that ethos, translating the brand’s architectural codes into a contemporary piece through its dynamic silhouette and expert combination of contrasting fabrics, offering a new perspective on modern glamour.
