Lanvin
Contrasting Ribbons Dress
This is the Lanvin Contrasting Ribbons Dress, a maxi-length flowy crepe dress in a cotton-silk blend, made in Italy. It features a fitted silhouette with cap sleeves, an adjustable tie belt at the waist, and contrasting cream ribbons forming a large tartan-like lattice across the front and side, plus side seam pockets. The dress measures 51.25 inches (130 cm) in length from the top of the shoulder.
- Material
- Cotton and silk blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, modern, trendy, slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Size
Specifications
Flowy crepe dress with contrasting ribbon tartan design, fitted silhouette, adjustable waist, and cap sleeves.
Cotton-silk blend, adjustable tie belt, cap sleeves, made in Italy.
- Material
- Cotton and silk blend
- Secondary
- silk
- Style
- classic, modern, trendy, slim-fit
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- Contrasting ribbons forming an XL tartan design
- Ribbons flowing freely along the silhouette
- Cotton-silk blend crepe fabric
- Fitted silhouette
- Adjustable waist with tie belt
- Cap sleeves
- Made in Italy
- Length: 51.25 inches (130 cm) from shoulder
- Iconic sophistication
- Bold design
- Ultra-trendy styling
Product Insights
The Contrasting Ribbons Dress continues Jeanne Lanvin's 1920s–30s ribbon embellishment tradition, reinterpreting the profusion of ribbons through Peter Copping's archival cherry-picking. Its cotton-silk crepe (80% cotton, 20% silk) prioritizes everyday comfort with a cool-to-the-touch feel, wrinkle resistance, and three-season temperature regulation. The ribbon tartan grid, sewn at the top and hanging freely without clinging, ensures structured drape and daily wear across seasons, though dry cleaning is recommended and abrasive surfaces should be avoided to prevent snagging. The dress can be layered with jackets or knits in cooler months, balancing heritage design with practical wearability.
Verified claims
- Ribbon heritage
- Ribbon tartan grid directly continues Jeanne Lanvin's 1920s–30s ribbon embellishment tradition.
- Wearability
- Cotton-silk crepe prioritizes everyday comfort and wearability.
- Design legacy
- Reinterprets Lanvin's ribbon profusion via Copping's archival cherry-picking.
- Fabric
- 80% cotton, 20% silk crepe that resists wrinkles and regulates body temperature.
- Design heritage
- Ribbonwork tartan draws on Lanvin’s archival ribbon tradition and Peter Copping’s signature embellishment.
- Care
- Dry cleaning recommended; avoid abrasive surfaces to prevent ribbon snagging.
- Temperature regulation
- Cotton-silk crepe offers cool-to-the-touch feel and three-season temperature regulation.
- Layering
- The dress can be layered with jackets or knits in cooler months.
- Ribbon construction
- Ribbons are sewn at the top, hang freely, and stay distinct without clinging to the dress.
- Design provenance
- The ribbon tartan continues Lanvin's signature pleated-ribbon embellishment and archival 'profusion of ribbons'.
- Longevity
- Lanvin's signature ribbon construction, rooted in a 1930s technique, ensures structured drape and daily wear across three seasons.
Product record
- Title
- Contrasting Ribbons Dress
- Brand
- Lanvin
- Price
- 2220 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a sleeved maxi dress with a central cream ribbon lattice panel, a tied black fabric waist belt, and an otherwise black body and skirt panel.
- NecklineWide round neckline sitting close to the base of the neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.03 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesShort cap sleeves that extend just past the shoulder line, in black fabric.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.08 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Front ribbon panelCentral vertical panel of intersecting cream/off-white ribbon strips forming a lattice grid from chest to hem, covering most of the skirt center.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.68 (high) - Belt knotBlack fabric waist belt tied in a flat knot at the front center-left, with loose belt ends hanging down over the ribbon panel.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Asymmetrical body panelsPlain black fabric panel visible at the right front side of the dress contrasting with the ribbon-covered left-center; the black panel extends from waist to hem.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.60 (high) - Skirt lengthMaxi-length skirt finishing above the ankles, with the ribbon lattice continuing to the hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (high) - Ribbon finishCream ribbon strips appear smoother and slightly more lustrous than the surrounding black fabric.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.32 · h 0.56 (medium) - Visible model hand and forearm over dressModel's right hand and forearm rest along the dress right front, partially covering the ribbon panel near the hip.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light grey background showing a model cropped from mid-neck to feet; even diffuse lighting with soft shadow on the floor to the model's right.
- Shot compositionVertical studio frame showing the model full body from mid-neck to feet, centered in the image.
- BackgroundUniform light grey seamless background with a soft floor shadow cast to the right of the model.
- Styling propBlack pointed flat shoes with a knot detail at the top are visible on the model's feet and sit on the studio floor.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.84 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse frontal lighting with a faint directional shadow on the floor to the model's right, minimal specular highlights except on the cream ribbons.
- Image cropTop of the model's head is cropped out of frame; full lower legs and feet are within frame.
Colors
matte black· main fabric#0E0C0Fcream· ribbon latticematte black· waist belt#0E0D0D- NecklineWide round neckline sitting close to the base of the neck.
- 02
Product
Right-side closeup of a black short-sleeve dress with multiple long off-white ribbon strips layered down the front and a wide black waist sash tied at the side; the model's right hand rests in a side seam pocket.
- Dress silhouetteBlack dress shown from upper chest to upper thighs with a relaxed bodice, short dolman-style sleeves, and a gathered skirt falling from the waist.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.66 · h 0.84 (high) - NecklineHigh, slightly rounded boat-style neckline finished with a narrow band visible at the shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve detailShort, loose-fitting sleeve with a clean hem that extends only partway down the upper arm.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Waist sash and bowWide black fabric sash encircles the waist and is tied into a side bow knot on the right side of the image; the knot sits over the skirt seam.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.49 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Contrasting ribbonsMultiple long off-white ribbon strips layered vertically down the front center, some ribbons are flat while others overlap and drape, with ragged or pointed ends visible near the hem.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.08 · w 0.34 · h 0.80 (high) - Side seam pocketRight-side seam pocket opening visible with the model's hand inserted, creating a slight pull in the skirt fabric.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric appearanceDress fabric appears matte with a smooth, slightly draping texture; ribbons have a smoother, slightly lustrous finish.
- Visible model featuresPartial view of the model including lower face, neck, left shoulder and the right arm from shoulder to hand; model has braided hair falling behind the shoulder.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio detail shot cropped to the model's torso against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and subtle soft shadowing to the model's left.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter right-side closeup framing the torso and upper legs; image is cropped above the chin and below the mid-thigh.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray seamless background with soft studio lighting that produces gentle, diffuse shadows.
- Image qualitySharp focus on garment details and ribbons, with no visible motion blur or noise.
Colors
deep black· main dress body#0D0D0Eoff-white· contrasting ribbonsdeep black· waist sash#0D0D0E- Dress silhouetteBlack dress shown from upper chest to upper thighs with a relaxed bodice, short dolman-style sleeves, and a gathered skirt falling from the waist.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a black midi dress with short sleeves, a fitted waist with a black waist band, in-seam side pockets with model's hands inserted, and a vertical contrasting cream ribbon visible at the right side seam near the hem.
- Overall silhouetteStraight falling midi skirt with a defined waist and a relaxed bodice seen from the back; skirt reaches below mid-calf.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high) - Neckline and back detailRound crew neckline with a small triangular fabric loop or tab centered at the upper back just below the neckline.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (medium) - SleevesShort cap sleeves with a slightly loose fit and a turned or finished hem.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Waist bandHorizontal black waist band or belt encircling the waist with a slightly textured appearance and a fitted look.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Side pocketsIn-seam side pockets positioned at hip level with the model's hands inserted, causing slight gathers at the hip.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Side seam contrasting ribbonA vertical contrasting cream or off-white ribbon panel is visible along the right side seam starting above the hem and running upward several inches.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.56 · w 0.07 · h 0.36 (high) - HemStraight finished hem that lies flat against the lower leg with visible hem stitching.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, medium-weight woven fabric with soft drape and minimal surface sheen.
Other
Studio rear-shot of the model against a neutral light gray background. Model stands with weight on one leg, head partially cropped, wearing black slip-on flats with bows. Soft directional studio lighting casts a shadow on the floor to the right.
- Shot compositionFull-length rear studio shot showing the model from head to mid-feet, centered in frame with even negative space around the subject.
- BackgroundNeutral light gray seamless background with a soft floor shadow to the right of the model.
- Shoes as propModel wears black slip-on flat mules with a bow detail visible at the top of each shoe; shoes rest on the studio floor.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.86 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting produces even illumination and a faint shadow to the model's lower right on the floor.
- Image limitationsTop of the model's head is partially cropped and some fine fabric texture details are small at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
deep black· main fabric#0D0C0Fcream· side ribbon#D3D3D3- Overall silhouetteStraight falling midi skirt with a defined waist and a relaxed bodice seen from the back; skirt reaches below mid-calf.