Weekend Eye Candy - Norman Hartnell, 1960

From the collection of the Fashion Museum in Bath, UK.  This Norman Hartnell gown from 1960 is fashioned of silk jersey that is embroidered and encrusted with rhinestones.  The matching jacket is trimmed in fox fur.

Weekend Eye Candy - Norman Hartnell Wedding Gown, 1960

It has become a tradition around here to feature brides and wedding dresses for our Weekend Eye Candy posts during the month of June.  Norman Hartnell designed this silk organza wedding gown for Princess Margaret.  She is also wearing the dramatic Poltimore tiara, which was sold by her children after her death.  The wedding took place on May 6, 1960 and it was the first Royal Wedding broadcast on television worldwide.

Weekend Eye Candy - Norman Hartnell Evening Gowns 1953

4 gold and white evening gowns by Norman Hartnell from 1953. Gold and white were used to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Hartnell also designed Queen Elizabeth's coronation and wedding gowns.