Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress Blouses the body of the purse

the body of the purse spits into two halves held together by the stiff lining of the purse

Modern US Size XS or 0 *All MRS Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping

This high-neck velvet pinafore dress by German designer Isa Dorn is composed of sumptuous velvet fabric that pools gently at the hips

Perfectly long sleeves are sheer and cool

Absolutely show stopping vintage brooch by Elsa Schiaparelli

Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress Blouses the body of the purseExtremely beautiful dress created by Traina Norell in 1955. The halter day or evening dress is made of black taffeta and boasts a sheer overlay halter attached to a circle skirt. Fine leno weave fabric, pronounced horizontal gathering across bust, thin shoulder straps, attached sturdy taffeta & horse hair petticoats. A separate horse hair crinoline adds even fuller shape. Fastens with a back zippered and hook n eye closure. Label reads "Traina Norell