Tom Ford for Gucci SS 1998 Ivory Backless GG Clasp Jersey Dress

From the seminal Spring/Summer 1998 collection by Tom Ford for Gucci, this ivory backless jersey dress is a rare and definitive piece of late-'90s fashion history. Embodying Ford’s era-defining vision of pared-back sensuality and precision glamour, the dress features a clean, body-skimming silhouette in fluid viscose jersey, designed to subtly follow the lines of the body while commanding attention through quiet sophistication.

The drama lies in the unexpected details: a fully open back punctuated by the instantly recognizable interlocking GG clasp at the nape of the neck—an iconic nod to Ford’s mastery of restraint with impact. Sleek from the front, sultry from behind, this is a collector’s piece that captures the tension between simplicity and seduction that defined Ford’s Gucci era.

Whether worn with an oversized sunhat for cinematic countryside glamour, or styled with stilettos and a bold lip for after-dark allure, this dress delivers timeless power with minimalist precision.

Details:

• Designer: Tom Ford for Gucci

• Collection: Spring/Summer 1998

• Size: IT 42 (approx. US 6)

• Measurements:
  • Bust: 32"
  • Waist: 30"
  • Hips: 35"
  • Length: 40"

• Color: Ivory

• Material: Likely viscose jersey (unlined, light stretch)

• Closure: Gold-tone GG clasp at back of neck

• Silhouette: Sleeveless, body-skimming, open-back midi

• Made in: Italy

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, lightly worn

• Vintage Status: Rare collector’s archival piece