LAURA BIAGIOTTI (4 August 1943 – 26 May 2017) was an Italian fashion designer, and the founder of the House of Biagiotti.
Biagiotti had her first fashion show in 1972.
She moved to Beijing and, in April 1988, was the first Italian designer to present a collection in China.
In 1995, she received an award from the President of Italy for her contributions to fashion and later the Marco Polo award from the Chinese government for promoting fashion in China. She also received the Leonardo Prize in Italy.
Label: Laura Biagiotti for Bonwit Teller
Beautiful workmanship and unique styling on this size 44 dress. Smocked floral silk, with shoulder caps and broad yoke collar.
Whimsical fairies featured all over the dress.
Two side pockets.
Three button back closure.
Excellent condition.
Bust: 22" uderarm to underarm measured flat (doubled: 44")
Sleeve Length: 22" underarm to cuff
Length: 42"
Shoulders: 14"