1960s Black Silk Organza "Feathered" Collar Sarmi Dress designer-norman-hartnell Hotels did their own customs

Hotels did their own customs designs for tourists during this time and also brought in pieces from the great designers

fine metallic lace and lined in nothing but a nude colored silk so it feels like air once on

The tie belt is attached at the waist

They are the perfect mod touch

exterior side and shoulder are detailed with a tightly spaced series of gold embossed Hermes buttons

1960s Black Silk Organza "Feathered" Collar Sarmi Dress designer-norman-hartnell Hotels did their own customsThis is a really phenomenal gown whose photos here really do not fully convey the beauty of the fabric or the richness and pure genius of that thick border of fabric "feathering" at the collar. Sarmi was known for evening wear and dramatic pieces that were highly embellished and had a decadent feel to them and this is a wonderful example of his work. The body of the dress is made of a polished silk organza with a defined waist. The skirt flares out