1950s Carolyn Schnurer Knife Pleated Cotton Print Dress designer-norman-norell Fully lined in a fine

Fully lined in a fine black silk and closes at the back with the buttons as shown

light wool is a beautiful example

Hedi's tenure at Saint Laurent may not have lasted long but he certainly made an impact while there

It closes with a side painted metal zipper and metal hook & eye at the waist

1950s Carolyn Schnurer Knife Pleated Cotton Print Dress designer-norman-norell Fully lined in a fineCarolyn Schnurer traveled the world no small feat back in the 40s and 50s when she was designing, and her clothing always has that mix of the exotic often through the prints and fabrics and a certain sense of ease that one would need if traveling and seeing the world. She was one of the early sportswear focused designers and is known in particular for her gorgeous little swimsuit and day wear. I don't find her pieces often which is a shame because