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maxi length semi-fitted silhouette one-shoulder cape pleats on the shoulder long sleeves straight skirt concealed zip fastening eco-leather belt included

Approx length from centre back to hem: 134cm

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Tilda Swinton in Lanvin Pictured here at the 2008 Academy Awards in Los Angeles, British actress Tilda Swinton shows us how plain black dresses can be just as impactful as embellished gowns

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