This Chanel midi dress from the Cruise 1996 collection is an elegant example of Karl Lagerfeld’s refined minimalism. Crafted in classic black, the dress features a sculpted bodice with a signature front tie detail that forms a soft knot at the bust. The wide straps frame the neckline beautifully, and the fluid skirt falls into a gentle A line shape that moves with ease. The silhouette is simple yet unmistakably Chanel, designed to flatter while remaining effortlessly wearable.
During the mid nineties, Lagerfeld introduced modern, youthful touches into the house’s codes. Pieces like this dress capture that shift, combining timeless femininity with a playful sense of ease. The front tie detail became one of his subtle signatures throughout the decade.
Very good vintage condition with light signs of wear consistent with age. Size FR 36, best suited for an EU 34 to small 36 depending on desired fit.
