{"product_id":"runway-valentino-ss2004-butterfly-print-silk-dress","title":"Runway Valentino by Maria Grazia Chiuri \u0026 Pierpaolo Piccioli Butterfly Print Silk Dress, S\/S 2004","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eA beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eRunway Valentino Butterfly Print Silk Dress\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eSpring\/Summer 2004 Ready-to-Wear collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eMaria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli\u003c\/strong\u003e during their influential early years at the House of Valentino. Defined by its ethereal lilac silk, delicate butterfly motif, and feminine silhouette, this dress captures the romantic elegance that characterised Valentino's early 2000s collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003ePresented on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eSpring\/Summer 2004 runway\u003c\/strong\u003e, the butterfly print became one of the collection's most recognisable motifs, appearing across dresses, wraps, and coordinated separates. Inspired by themes of transformation, lightness, and nature, the print combines soft lilac tones with multicoloured butterflies, creating a dreamlike palette that remains highly sought after by collectors of early 2000s Valentino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eCrafted in silk with a softly structured bodice and delicate shoulder straps, the dress features a fitted waist accented with a bow detail before falling into an elegant knee-length skirt. The fluid construction and refined tailoring embody Valentino's signature approach to timeless femininity while maintaining the effortless glamour synonymous with the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eAs creative directors before taking sole leadership of the House, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eMaria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli\u003c\/strong\u003e helped redefine Valentino for a new generation through romantic prints, impeccable craftsmanship, and couture-inspired ready-to-wear. Their early collections have experienced growing collector interest as fashion enthusiasts increasingly seek documented runway pieces from this formative period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eA documented runway example from one of Valentino's most celebrated early-2000s collections, this butterfly print dress is an exceptional piece of designer fashion history, combining rarity, craftsmanship, and enduring collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valentino\u003cbr data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maria Grazia Chiuri \u0026amp; Pierpaolo Piccioli\u003cbr data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\/Summer 2004 Ready-to-Wear\u003cbr data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2856\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silk \u003cem data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003e(confirm composition from care label)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lilac with Multicolour Butterfly Print\u003cbr data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2978\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early 2000s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3011\"\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3014\"\u003eVery good vintage condition with light signs of wear consistent with age and careful use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003eSome images may include AI-assisted visualisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3262\"\u003eLate returns incur a daily fee of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003e5% of the retail value\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3240\"\u003e€40–€60 per day\u003c\/strong\u003e, whichever is higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valentino Garavani","offers":[{"title":"4 days","offer_id":54177974157649,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 days","offer_id":54177974190417,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 days","offer_id":54177974223185,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Buy","offer_id":54177974255953,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/0863\/3425\/files\/runway-valentino-ss2004-butterfly-print-silk-dress-front.png?v=1782839387","url":"https:\/\/mezzanotte.com\/products\/runway-valentino-ss2004-butterfly-print-silk-dress","provider":"Mezzanotte","version":"1.0","type":"link"}