1950s Carolyn Schnurer Knife Pleated Cotton Print Dress promo Insets of open work lace

Insets of open work lace run down the skirt and the front of the top

Excellent condition - it appears to have never been worn

Those incredible and dramatic sleeves give is a kimono-esque

defined waistline and the skirt falls to the floor in a widening A-line

1950s Carolyn Schnurer Knife Pleated Cotton Print Dress promo Insets of open work laceCarolyn 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