Ferdinando SARMI-Rare HISTORICAL Vintage Neiman Marcus Cocktail Dress Wedding, 4

THE DRESS size NOT LABELED, BUT TYPICALLY GIVEN MEASUREMENTS 4 US Pit to Pit: 16 inches WAIST: 13.5 Arm: 22 inch Length: 45 in This dress is a stunning example of vintage haute couture with intricate details that speak to the opulence and craftsmanship of mid-century fashion. This dress is a mid-century masterpiece, perfect for formal occasions or as a piece of vintage fashion history. It would be a striking cocktail dress or even a unique wedding dress for someone looking for an opulent, one-of-a-kind look that highlights the elegance and craftsmanship of a bygone era. THE ARTIST Ferdinando Sarmi, an iconic Italian designer, represents the epitome of Haute Couture. This dress, crafted in 1962, bears a tag inside the hem marking its year of creation. At that time, Sarmi had just won the prestigious Coty Award, opened his own boutique on Seventh Avenue, and received the Neiman Marcus Prize in 1961. Sarmi's pieces were synonymous with high-end fashion, worn by celebrities, socialites, foreign dignitaries, and even at presidential inaugural balls. This dress is truly one-of-a-kind, embodying the distinctive flair of an extraordinary fashion era. In the mid-20th century, such dresses often retailed for $600–$1,000+, which was a considerable sum, and today, very few of these pieces remain. Those that do can fetch thousands of dollars at auction.