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Norman Norell mermaid dress, circa 1972
U.S.A.

Iconic "mermaid dress" with all over gold sequins on rayon matte jersey

Measurements:-
Bust - 33"
Waist - 31"
Hip - 37"
Underarm - underarm - 18"
Shoulder - shoulder - 15"
length from shoulder - 58"
Sleeve from edge of shoulder - 6"
opening of sleeve - 5"
neck opening - 6.5"
pocket length - 7.5"
sash width - 2"


ABOUT NORMAN NORELL (1900-1972)

* Career:
• Costume designer, Paramount Pictures, 1922-23;
• Theatrical costume designer, 1924-28;
• Designer, Hattie Carnegie, New York, 1928-40;
• Partner/designer, Traina-Norell company, New York, 1941-60;
• Designer, Norman Norell, New York, 1960-72.


During Norell's early years at Hattie Carnegie, he learned all about meticulous cut, fit, and quality fabrics. Regular trips to Paris exposed him to the standards of couture that made French clothes the epitome of high fashion. Norell had the unique ability to translate the characteristics of couture into American ready-to-wear. He inspected each of his garments individually and demanded proper fabrication and finish. Norell was the first American designer to win the respect of Parisian couturiers. He gained a reputation for flattering designs that were simple and well-made. The prices of a "Norell", rivaled those of Paris creations and they were worth it. The clothes and the designs transcended time.

Norell's designs had consistent identifying factors like wool jersey and paillettes and his simple silhouettes. The sequin garments evolved into Norell's signature shimmering "mermaid" evening dresses; form-fitting, round-necked and short-sleeved.

Price
$5,500

Condition
very good to excellent

Category
Clothes >> Dresses Night >> Sewing Technique >> Sequin

Period Search
1970's20th Century

Measurements
bust: 33 in.
waist: 31 in.
hip: 37 in.
shoulder hem: 58 in.

Specifications
Materials/Techniques: sequins on matte rayon jersey
Creator: Norman Norell

Photography
provided by The Way We Wore

Location
The Way We Wore
334 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles
CA, 90036
Phone: 323 937 0878

E-Mail: thewaywewore@sbcglobal.net

Ref. : U09052295

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