Rare 1960s Tiziani Couture by Karl Lagerfeld Purple Silk Dress w Intricate Hand Beading designer-genny Shoulders: "13

Shoulders: "13

Large domed glossy black buttons run down the front and each sleeve is finished with a matching button

it is a stunning example of why Galanos is considered one of the great American couturiers

This gorgeous dress mixes a solid black silk crepe mixed with a gold lame that has a printed effect to it for the bodice

It is made of a soft plush velvet with the Gucci logo cut into the velvet

Rare 1960s Tiziani Couture by Karl Lagerfeld Purple Silk Dress w Intricate Hand Beading designer-genny Shoulders: "13This dress came from the house archives of the Tiziani label, which was launched in 1963 in Rome by American designer Evans Richards. The label quickly became a favorite among celebrities and socialites including Elizabeth Taylor, Doris Duke, Gina Lollobrigida, and Principessa Borghese. The label is also famous because a very young Karl Lagerfeld designed for the label. Lagerfeld worked at Tiziani from 1963 to 1969 which makes the pieces he designed