1953 Traina-Norell Metallic Gold Thread Hand Embroidered Couture Dress promo This is a very fine

This is a very fine Chanel dress that is densely covered with black sequins and beautifully made

It is very rare to see a piece that still has its belt so I am happy to have had that come with it

Signed 18K yellow gold item with coral & pave set diamond (

Item# DD1624

1953 Traina-Norell Metallic Gold Thread Hand Embroidered Couture Dress promo This is a very fineIn 1941 Normal Norell partnered with Anthony Traina and his work from then until 1958 appears under the Traina Norell label. That makes this dress a wonderful and early example of his work from this time period. He was a master tailor and he was known for his love of fabrics and in exploring shape and volume. In October of 1953, another version of a dress that uses a very similar fabric in its construction appeared in Harper's Bazaar on Evelyn Tripp.