F/W 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Prototype Backless Barbed Wire DressA prototype from the Gianni Versace Fall Winter 1998 collection by Donatella Versace, a version of this design debuted on the runway. This fitted, mid length dress is cut from a tan satin base layered beneath a black mesh overlay, featuring a deep plunging halter neckline and a backless design. Draped paneling with bead embellishment falls along the side. The dress is finished with at a slit in the mesh trimmed in barbed wire inspired beadwork.