Glitter embroidery

This is arguably one of the most beautiful of all Schiaparelli's creations with its glittering embroidery, shimmering star-shaped beads and rhinestones set against a midnight blue velvet ground. It would have been worn over a matching bias-cut evening gown. Marlene Dietrich, a huge fan and client of Schiaparelli, was photographed in her Beverly Hills residence in 1938 wearing the zodiac ensemble with matching dress. The jacket sold at auction in 2013 for £110,000.

theviiiiiiiiiiisual: “ Nina Dobrev’s #DonnaKaranAtelier gown embroidery up close. Metal sequins on silk chiffon. Heaven on a stick. ”

She’s arrived 🪸🐚🫧 One of my favourite pieces from our HS23 Collection, our ‘Into the Ocean Dress’ is exclusively available @netaporter 🌊 this time, our iconic crystal mini makes an appearance in an ombré aqua colour palette hand beaded with glittering oceanic creatures 🫧

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Midnight skies inspired this decorative pillow. Navy cotton velvet with a sprinkle of stars... add a chic, glittering touch to any interior! 100% cotton velvet, exclusive of embroidery, insert is cotton filled with feather and down20" x 20"Dry clean only please

Zardozi is a Persian term where 'zar' stands for 'gold' and 'dozi' means 'work'. This art form is a type of metal embroidery that was used to adorn the walls of royal tents, scabbards, wall hangings and was also a part of the paraphernalia of royal horses and elephants. The entire artform depends upon making elaborate designs using gold and silver threads with precious stones and studded pearls. While earlier the embroidery was done with pure silver wires and real gold leaves, artisans and…