Fall 2006 Nina Ricci by Lars Nilsson Look 34 Black Net Column Dress w Densely Beaded Detailing designer-marni This is an outstanding early

This is an outstanding early example of James Galanos work

It is very pretty and I am sure this print was used in some of the ad campaigns so don't be surprised if it ends up being dated before it's sold

This label was started as a ready to wear option and the pieces where exquisitely made

The bodice and skirt are fully lined in a nude silky rayon and the sleeves are unlined

The fashion details in that issue described this piece as a: "High waisted drift of sun printed chiffon with a toga-scarf

Fall 2006 Nina Ricci by Lars Nilsson Look 34 Black Net Column Dress w Densely Beaded Detailing designer-marni This is an outstanding earlyThe Nina Ricci brand was founded in 1932, at 20 Rue de Capucines in Paris and quickly became one of the top couture ateliers in the world. This dress is from the main Nina Ricci line and it is made to level that I would consider to be demi couture. It dates to the Fall 2006 collection and its twin walked the runway on model Jeisa Chiminazzo. Designer Lars Nilsson was the head of the atelier at the time and he had been there since 2003. His take over