Darling 1970s Hand Knit Multi-Color Floral Sweater designer-michael-novarese There is a memory tugging

There is a memory tugging at me that says maybe Chanel did something remarkably similar in the 1980s and the recent Balmain pieces have this same vibe as well but this is the original

A matched full set is hard to come by and this is like getting three outfits in one - two separates and what looks like a dress when they are worn together

exceedingly rare and very special

almost sueded feel fabric has the most amazing birds flying across it in bright pinks and oranges

Darling 1970s Hand Knit Multi-Color Floral Sweater designer-michael-novarese There is a memory tuggingThis sweater is fabulous and it is a wonderful example of the knitwear that was coming out of countries like Germany for the tourist market from the 50s to the 70s. It is completely hand made and I love the floral design that is worked through the knit down the front and curving around the back. It also trails down each sleeve with heavy braided borders surrounding the floral design. The knit through the body is nubby and both the flowers and braiding