1 year ago 196 notes coat extant example 1960s THIS IS SO FABULOUS

ornamentedbeing:

c. 1961

“Arnold Scaasi, the designer of this ball gown, is best known for his evening wear designs, worn by a long list of celebrity clients primarily during the 1960s through the 1980s. Scaasi’s work incorporates lavish surface decoration, often in the form of floral trimming, bright colors and full silhouettes that extend the proportions of the body. Scaasi creations are rarely easy to ignore; their ostentatious quality has become a signature of the designer’s work. This example, from the early period of the designer’s success, demonstrates his ability to pair a bold textile with a grand silhouette. The uniform graphic quality of the black-and-white butterfly pattern is broken up by the bright red lining of the cape. While the overall shape of the two garments show off the large-scale pattern to advantage, either piece could also be paired with other solid-colored garments to tone down the overall effect, if desired.”

I love the pop of red against the black and white

defunctfashion:

Norman Norell | c. 1960s

I am obsessed with fabric covered belt buckles and I think everything in this semester’s collection will include them.

2 years ago 100 notes 1960s extant example this is glorious

defunctfashion:

Chanel Suit | c. 1963

Iconic, duh.

2 years ago 37 notes chanel 1960s suit 20th century