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Early references included Anna Nicole Smith and Brigitte Bardot, before the fitting room steered things toward Cicciolina, the Hungarian-Italian parliamentarian and former adult star who was married to Jeff Koons in the '80s and '90s

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Drapery, when executed with precision, delivers a couture-inspired finish that never dates

This sweetheart neckline mini dress has a metallic shine and comes with a matching pair of opera length gloves

Theres also a tiered hem and drapey fabric for a whimsical appearance

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