ROBERTO CAVALLI V-neck graphic-print silk maxi dress

The shadow of the serpent has long been a symbol that has slithered across Roberto Cavalli's most sensual collections for decades, rendered in serpentine silhouettes and gilded snakeskin prints. Plucked from the label’s latest collection, this silk gown is patterned with a citrusy spectacle of juicy lemons and drapes to a daringly low back. As for the venomous viper? It slithers over the slinky seams and bears its fangs across the plunging neckline.

• Roberto Cavalli silk maxi dress
• 100% silk
• Slips on
• Slim fit, plunge V-neckline, lace trim at neckline, sleeveless, tropical pattern, flared hem
• Dry clean only
• True to size
• Size UK 8: length 68in / 172cm