Indulge in this rare vintage 1960s red satin empire waist gown from the renowned Hollywood designer Michael Novarese. Adorned with delicate Renaissance-inspired embroidery and gold floral beading, this haute couture creation will take your breath away. Absolutely stunning in person.

Michael Novarese was an American couture fashion designer who designed gowns for Hollywood stars like Elizabeth Taylor, Jane Russell, Liza Minnelli, and many others. Pieces of his from the 60s and 70s are particularly exquisite and difficult to find. The best of his pieces have a slight Italian renaissance style to them while remaining classic and timeless. He created couture pieces working with expensive, high quality fabrics and proper sewing techniques. He believed that "a customer is entitled to a complete product in that the inside should look as good as the outside."

This dress is a really great representation of his work. It is beautifully made and the craftsmanship of this piece is remarkable. Done in a paisley floral print with shimmering gold accents and beautifully lined with a  satin fabric. The gown features a renaissance inspired full sleeve with closures at the end. Zips up the back. In is in "shop wear" condition.

Details

• Label: Michael Novarese 
  
• Fabric: satin
  
• Fits: modern US size 2/4 
  
• Condition: Good - shop wear, there is loose beading and discoloration on hem, hem needs to be fixed, and the internal lining of right sleeve needs to be restitched.

Measurements

• Bust:16”
• Waist:14”
• Hips:21”
• Length:55”

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