1950s Carolyn Schnurer Knife Pleated Cotton Print Dress designer-norman-norell Hedi's tenure at Saint Laurent

Hedi's tenure at Saint Laurent may not have lasted long but he certainly made an impact while there

it is an amazing and rare piece of fashion history and in excellent condition

Fully lined in a fine black silk and closes at the back with the buttons as shown

The skirt slips on to wear and has an elastic running through the waist

1950s Carolyn Schnurer Knife Pleated Cotton Print Dress designer-norman-norell Hedi's tenure at Saint LaurentCarolyn Schnurer traveled the world no small feat back in the 40s and 50s when she was designing, and her clothing always has that mix of the exotic often through the prints and fabrics and a certain sense of ease that one would need if traveling and seeing the world. She was one of the early sportswear focused designers and is known in particular for her gorgeous little swimsuit and day wear. I don't find her pieces often which is a shame because