After working as a costume designer in theater and film during the early 1920s, Norman Norell (1900– 1972) seamlessly transitioned into clothing design as a designer for a wholesale manufacturer, but his career took a quantum leap in 1928 when he went to work for Hattie Carnegie, owner of one of the leading fashion houses in New York, and an elite purveyor of licensed copies of Parisian haute couture. Continue reading Eye On Design: Candy-Striped Dress By Norman Norell for Hattie Carnegie→
This Mermaid-like Bridal Ensemble was worn by New York socialite Natalie Potter for her wedding to financier William Conkling Ladd on December 4, 1930. Its dramatic, cathedral-length train features interlocking scallops that recall undulating ocean waves and the concentric circles of seashells. Continue reading Eye On Design: Mermaid Bridal Gown By Callot Soeurs→
Weddings transform dreams into reality, showcasing personal style and individuality. Boho-style wedding gowns have become a popular choice, striking a perfect balance between sophistication and personal flair. Known for their relaxed charm and artistic appeal, these dresses captivate brides with their celebration of freedom and creativity, embodying the true essence of bohemian culture. Continue reading Boho Style Wedding Dress: Capturing Elegance and Individuality→
The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) in midtown Manhattan is currently hosting Barbie: A Cultural Icon, an exhibit celebrating the 65-year legacy of Barbie. I’m in the process of distilling my recent visit to the exhibit into a broader post, but in the meantime let’s look at something which did not quite make it into the exhibit proper: this fashionable Cocktail Dress created entire of tiny Pink Barbie Shoes, which is displayed prominently in the window of the museum’s high-end gift shop. Talk about a show-stopper. Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Dress Made From Pink Barbie Shoes→
In 1970, fashion critic Bernadine Morris wrote that designer Stephen Burrows maintained “an absolute disregard for all the established laws of color. Does a dress have a red top? He’ll make the sleeves lime, the middle peach – and he’ll add orange stockings for good measure.” Continue reading Eye On Design: Multicolor Stripe Rayon Dress by Stephen Burrows→
