Friday, May 8, 2009

Norma Kamali: Timeless














At age 63, designer Norma Kamali is stilling creating her unique designs. She has hung on to her business and OMO (On My Own), her gallery-like Manhattan flagship through more than three decades and several economic downturns. Fashion's current infatuation with the 1980's has sparked a run on her vintage designs. She currently has a deal with Walmart and her designs will debut there in June.



1. Norma Kamali
2. Manhattan showroom
3. Manhattan showroom
4. Parachute jumpsuit and evening dress 1977
5. Swim wear June 1977
6. Jersey tank-style suit from 1983
7. Signature draped jersey ensemble
8. Dance skirt made from sweatshirt fabric 1981
9. Canvas lace-up pumps introduced in 1983
10. A New York Times article 1978
11. Fiber-filled quilted puffer from 1990
12. Dresses circa 1983
13. Gray two-piece available at Walmart in June
14. Classic suit available at walmart in June



*pictures courtesy of the New York Times

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