F/W 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Tie Up Shirt Dress evening bag and a semi-open back

and a semi-open back

The leather straps wrap around to the back leading to an exposed back and faux lace-up detail

Richard Avedon captured a variation of this mini bag on Vladimir McCrary for the season's ad campaign

strategically placed beige mesh panels at the neckline

a tiger-print version of this chic cheetah-print Dolce & Gabbana top debuted on the season's runway

F/W 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Tie Up Shirt Dress evening bag and a semi-open backThis Yves Saint Laurent dress from the Fall Winter 2001 collection by Tom Ford is crafted from black silk. The shirt style silhouette features a pointed collar, long sleeves with tie cuffs, and a fitted waist cinched by a front tie detail. Finished with a concealed front closure and knee length hem.