LaQuan Smith Sheer Backless Gown in Black, Black Dresses
The LaQuan Smith Sheer Backless Gown in Black is an authentic Black piece from the Autumn Winter 2026 collection, made in Chantilly lace. Find it beside the rest of the LaQuan Smith edit and our designer evening gowns, then read the who is LaQuan Smith for fit and styling notes. It is available now at Coveti, a curated luxury-fashion retailer with guaranteed authenticity and worldwide shipping. LaQuan Smith is the New York label known for body conscious eveningwear: second skin lace, sculpted tailoring, leather and sequins cut to show the figure. The clothes are designed and made in Long Island City, Queens. Part of Coveti's designer dresses edit. Browse more designer maxi dresses.
The Autumn Winter 2026 collection runs to a strapless lace mermaid gown with a corset bodice and a sweeping train. This one is black, in chantilly lace. The contoured boning holds the bodice, and the plunge is cut deep.
Quick Facts
- Brand: LaQuan Smith (New York, label launched in 2013 by the Queens born designer LaQuan Smith)
- Product: Sheer Backless Gown in Black, Dresses
- Collection: Autumn Winter 2026
- Colour: Black
- Made in: United States
- Fabric: Chantilly lace
- Fit: Chantilly lace sits close to the body like a second skin, so take your usual size. On the brand’s own size chart XS is a UK 4 to 6 and L is a UK 16 to 18. XL sits above the published measurements.
- Authenticity: 100% authentic, verified by Coveti
- Shipping: Worldwide by DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured and signature required
- Duties: Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes are payable on import. See the Coveti logistics and returns protocol.
How to Style the Sheer Backless Gown in Black by Body Type
- Rectangle: Define your waist with a belt, a wrap silhouette, and bias cuts to introduce shape. The Sheer Backless Gown in Black in Black works well layered over a fitted base for added structure.
- Hourglass: Fitted bodices, wrap closures, and waist-defining details flatter natural curves, let the fabric skim rather than cling.
- Tall: Column silhouettes and unbroken vertical lines elongate beautifully. Vertical seaming here enhances height without overpowering proportion.
- Petite: Look for high-waisted cuts, midi lengths, and refined shoulder lines. The structured proportions of the Sheer Backless Gown in Black help balance shorter frames.
Perfect Occasions for the Sheer Backless Gown in Black
- Dinners, cocktail parties and nights out, with the lace and leather pieces
- Red carpet and black tie events, with the gowns and sculpted dresses
- Holiday parties, with the velvet suiting and sequins
- Statement tailoring for the evening, Coveti customers wear LaQuan Smith in cities including London, Sydney, New York, and Dubai
Explore our Dress Edit and the Coveti styling blog for more inspiration, including what to wear for every occasion in 2026, our partywear dress edit, and The Dress Edit.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Brand | LaQuan Smith, designed and made in New York, United States |
| Collection | Autumn Winter 2026 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fabric | Chantilly lace |
| Fit | Chantilly lace sits close to the body like a second skin, so take your usual size. On the brand’s own size chart XS is a UK 4 to 6 and L is a UK 16 to 18. XL sits above the published measurements. |
| Styling | It is a red carpet dress, so let it stand alone. LaQuan Smith designs around the body, so the pieces stack without fighting each other. |
| Care | Specialist dry clean only. Handle the lace gently and store flat with tissue between the folds. |
About LaQuan Smith
LaQuan Smith is the New York label of the designer LaQuan Smith, who was born in Queens in 1988. He taught himself design, learning to sew and cut patterns from his grandmother, and launched the label in 2013. He has been a member of the CFDA since 2021. The collections are designed and made in Long Island City, Queens, and early supporters included Beyoncé, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Kim Kardashian. The look is sensual and precise: second skin bodysuits, corsetry, sharp shoulders and fabrics that catch the light.
“LaQuan Smith is where I send a client who wants to be seen. The cut is close and the finish is sharp, so it photographs well and still looks good across a long dinner. The Sheer Backless Gown in Black is a good example: the shape does the work, so keep everything else quiet.”
Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti
How LaQuan Smith Compares
Shoppers cross-shopping the LaQuan Smith Sheer Backless Gown in Black typically also consider
Sergio Hudson,
Alex Perry, and
Rasario
for body conscious eveningwear. Explore the full
LaQuan Smith collection at Coveti
to compare silhouettes and fabrics across the season.
Why Coveti Stocks LaQuan Smith
LaQuan Smith builds clothes for the evening and cuts them to the body. Chantilly lace bodysuits and corsets, Nappa leather dresses and velvet suiting make up the core, and each season adds sequins and satin for the party calendar.
The tailoring is as strong as the eveningwear: sharp shoulders, nipped waists and long flared trousers that work with a bodysuit as easily as with the matching jacket. Sizing runs XS to XL on a US body chart, which Coveti converts to UK on every product page.
Coveti buys LaQuan Smith for evenings out and red carpet dressing, and for tailoring that still reads as eveningwear.
LaQuan Smith Size Conversion
LaQuan Smith sizes in letters against a US body chart. Coveti converts each letter to UK sizes from the brand’s own published guide. XL sits above the published measurements.
| Letter | XS | S | M | L |
| US | 0 to 2 | 4 to 6 | 8 to 10 | 12 to 14 |
| UK | 4 to 6 | 8 to 10 | 12 to 14 | 16 to 18 |
SHIPPING AND AUTHENTICITY
- Authenticity guaranteed: 100% authentic LaQuan Smith, verified by Coveti.
- Designed and made in New York, shipped from our UAE and Australia hubs.
- Express shipping available worldwide, insured to 110% of value, signature required.
- Duties: most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes fall due on import. Full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the LaQuan Smith Sheer Backless Gown in Black authentic?
Yes. Every LaQuan Smith piece sold by Coveti is 100% authentic and authenticity-verified before dispatch, including the Sheer Backless Gown in Black in Black.
Is the LaQuan Smith Sheer Backless Gown in Black true to size?
Chantilly lace sits close to the body like a second skin, so take your usual size. On the brand’s own size chart XS is a UK 4 to 6 and L is a UK 16 to 18. XL sits above the published measurements. Tailored cuts generally run true to size. Bias-cut, draped and relaxed silhouettes are designed with a different body line, so refer to the size guide on this page for exact measurements.
What is LaQuan Smith known for?
LaQuan Smith (New York, launched in 2013) is known for body conscious eveningwear: lace bodysuits, corsetry, leather dresses and sharp tailoring, worn by Beyoncé, Rihanna and Kim Kardashian. The designer has been a CFDA member since 2021.
What fabric is the Sheer Backless Gown in Black made from?
The Sheer Backless Gown in Black is crafted from Chantilly lace. LaQuan Smith works mainly in Chantilly lace, Nappa leather, satin, velvet and stretch jersey, chosen to hold a close, sculpted line.
How should I care for the Sheer Backless Gown in Black?
Specialist dry clean only. Handle the lace gently and store flat with tissue between the folds. As a general rule for designer ready-to-wear, prefer a cold gentle wash and dry-cleaning, dry flat away from direct sunlight, and store on a padded hanger to preserve the silhouette.
Where is LaQuan Smith made?
LaQuan Smith designs and manufactures in Long Island City, Queens, New York. This piece is made in the United States.
Does Coveti ship LaQuan Smith internationally?
Yes. Coveti ships LaQuan Smith worldwide with express options through DHL Express and FedEx International Priority. Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, which makes the customer the importer of record for local duties and taxes. The full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
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