Unicorn 1961 Norman Norell Couture Rare Runway Documented Black Sequin Dress w Open Back Demi-Couture I see a tiny bit

I see a tiny bit of wear to the pony skin on the sleeves but this just adds to the vintage patina and presents no issues with the stability of the fur

Both pieces are lined in an ivory silk

It has just one central seam that runs down the back and that is it

The dress hugs your curves from the bust to just above the hip and then the silk skirt flows to the floor in a soft draping column

it is a stunning achievement in cut and concept

Unicorn 1961 Norman Norell Couture Rare Runway Documented Black Sequin Dress w Open Back Demi-Couture I see a tiny bitThe Shrimpton Couture Archives The twin of this dress is well documented to the 1961 Norell runway. It was made under the creative direction of Norman Norell Norman Norell was one of the great American designers. His clothes were wildly expensive in their day with dresses costing $3 4000 (just under $45,000 in modern dollars) which made then some of the most expensive dresses sold in the US during this time period. He started in the film industry and