S/S 1996 Hervé Léger Black Crossover Strap Hourglass Cocktail Dress evening bag The dark brown enamel frame

The dark brown enamel frame top secures with a stone accented clasp closure

This bag debuted on the S/S 2004 runway and was featured in the season's ad campaign photographed by Guido Mocafico

Similar fringe accents were also featured in Look 38 and worn by Beverly Peele

The fitted silhouette features a dramatic removable hood

The edges are framed in tonal satin with visible topstitching

S/S 1996 Hervé Léger Black Crossover Strap Hourglass Cocktail Dress evening bag The dark brown enamel frameThis Herv Lger cocktail dress from the Spring Summer 1996 collection is cut in a fitted below the knee silhouette with an hourglass shape. It is constructed in black cotton with curved panel seaming throughout the body. The dress features wide crossover shoulder straps, a sweetheart neckline, and a concealed back zip closure. A full length version of this design appeared on the season's runway.