This black Alaïa velvet fishtail midi dress has been crafted in Italy from a wool blend. A sleeveless design, it features a sweetheart neckline on a semi-sheer silk blend yoke and a slim fit. Any piece that allows us to recount some Cher Horowitz wisdom is a win in our book. We can't wait to wear this dress and proudly announce (unprovoked): 'this is an Alaïa, it's, like, a totally important designer'. That it is.