c.1961 Norman Norell Dress as seen on Jacqueline Kennedy Nan Duskin Flowers sculpted from metal wires

Flowers sculpted from metal wires beaded with turquoise and wood beads

His origami approach to fashion and usage of synthetic materials such as polyester create an intriguing conversation about the art and construction of clothing

Waist: 29 inches

and taupe on a cherry blossom pink ground

c.1961 Norman Norell Dress as seen on Jacqueline Kennedy Nan Duskin Flowers sculpted from metal wiresJacqueline Kennedy is undoubtedly one of the most enduring style icons, and Norman Norell was one of her go to designers. When she got ready for a state visit to the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, in 1961, the First Lady turned to him, as she often did, for her ambassadorial outfit. She chose a blue version of the timeless mocha dress featured here. To qualify as a designer, one should not be afraid to repeat a good design and certainly must have his