Dress
Designer
Thierry Mugler
(1948 - 2022)
Brand
Thierry Mugler
(French, founded 1978)
1981
Velvet
Museum purchase
Object number99.80.1
The fang-like points of fabric projecting from the low neckline of this dress represent Thierry Mugler's idea of a sexy, modern vampire. His ideal "curve-perfect" figure is realized by the corseted bodice and short skirt, and furthered by the addition of a short peplum, rounding out the hips to make the waist appear smaller.
DescriptionVampire dress in black velvet; bodice with deep-V F and B neck, boned inner satin corset extending to shoulder points, short puffed and fitted sleeves; short skirt with flowing peplumCollections
Exhibitions