1960s Norman Hartnell Couture Shocking Pink Velvet Coat 1910s_Jacket with a subtle puff feature

with a subtle puff feature atop of mid length sleeves that taper from just below the elbow

LENGTH - 24

Was retailed by Best and Co of New York and Paris circa 1928 - 1933

green and yellow abstract print and matching ¾ sleeve jacket

Based on the fact that the dress is entirely handmade and the fabric is identical to that used in Balmain's 1954 collection (pictured)

1960s Norman Hartnell Couture Shocking Pink Velvet Coat 1910s_Jacket with a subtle puff feature1960s Norman Hartnell couture shocking pink velvet coat previously owned by Dame Barbara Cartland. This is an incredible example of couture British fashion from the 1960s by one of the most exalted designers of this era. This coat is from his couture line and features his late 50s to early 60s Hartnell label. He made clothes for many of the highest ranking female Royals including Queen Elizabeth and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. It is made from a