Serena van der Woodsen’s NEW Alice + Olivia Grecian-style Cream Beaded V-neck Mini dress, Gossip Girl S2 E13 (size XS)

Serena van der Woodsen (played by Blake Lively) wore this Alice + Olivia cream beaded mini dress in Gossip Girl Season 2, Episode 13, "O Brother, Where Bart Thou?" originally aired December 8, 2008 on The CW — the midseason finale.

This is the episode where Bart Bass dies. Chuck disappears. The Upper East Side loses its composure entirely, and Serena is wearing this dress while it all unravels around her. Cream silk, warm lighting, a drink in her hand — the contrast between the dress and the episode is very Serena: she walks into catastrophe looking like a party.

It's also, objectively, one of her best looks of the season. Plunging V-neck, softly gathered long sleeves, elasticated waist, and intricate gold beading along the hem that catches the light exactly right. The whole thing moves like it was made for someone who doesn't try very hard.

This is a new, unworn piece from Alice + Olivia's 2008 collection with original tags still attached.

Designer: Alice + Olivia

Style: Cream mini dress, deep V-neck, gathered long sleeves, elasticated waist, beaded hem

Size: XS

Condition: Brand new with original tags. Never worn.

Availability: One available. Ships worldwide.