1950s Wool Norman Norell Camel Coat designer-nina-ricci Very lightweight jersey with lots

Very lightweight jersey with lots of stretch and drape

then you can wear it full length

That makes this a rare and exciting piece not only to the collector of fine twenties pieces but to hand bag collectors as well

I actually had two of these sets

The pelts are glossy and the coat is well cut and not horrendously heavy as some vintage furs can be

1950s Wool Norman Norell Camel Coat designer-nina-ricci Very lightweight jersey with lotsFrom the early couture demi couture label this is a lovely classic knit wool coat by Norman Norell. No one did classic like Norell and his earlier pieces seem to cater to that certain lady of means that wanted well made, beautifully cut and tailored pieces like this. The coat is cut simply with no collar and simple sleeves. It buttons down the front with large rounded buttons. An attached belt wraps around the waist to give some definition and sense