Gilda (1946)

Gilda's black strapless satin gown, worn by Rita Hayworth Jean Louis designed the sheath Hayworth wears to sing "Put the Blame on Mame", with the long black gloves, one of which she peels off during the number. The scene removes almost nothing, yet the dress makes it feel daring: bare shoulders, one unbroken column of black satin and no visible means of support. Later screen bombshells borrow from it constantly. The gown has turned up at auction more than once, but no sale has ever been confirmed.