WANTED: Red floral beaded Barbara Stanwyck gown

This is the gown Nolan designed for Barbara to wear to the 1982 Academy Awards where she won an honorary Oscar.  A few years later Nolan would design an identical gown for her in pink to wear as Constance Colby on Dynasty.  The red gown came with a wool jacket trimmed in sable.  The gown's beaded floral design is very beautiful, as is the gown, but I generally prefer the more voluptuous looking pieces.  This gown definitely has a more matronly and conservative look, due to the modest cut of a high neckline and long sleeves.  I still think it is a very nice piece, but more than the gown, I find the sketch absolutely stunning.  The sketch is detailed like a portrait, and I dare say Nolan did Barbara a few favors when creating her likeness on paper. I would like to own this gown, but Id really love to own the sketch!

WANTED: If anyone has this gown or it's sketch, or any information on their whereabouts, please let me know!

MOST WANTED: Red taffeta floral bustier Elizabeth Taylor gown

Elizabeth Taylor had several gowns made by Nolan in this bustier, puffed shoulders, mid-length sleeve design.  Nolan even stated in interviews that he really liked this cut on her.  Elizabeth wore this gown to the 1987 Cannes Film Festival.  I think it is extremely vibrant, interesting, dramatic, and makes her figure look amazing.  I would love to own this gown, and I bet the sketch is gorgeous too (never seen the sketch thus far).

WANTED: If anyone has this gown, or any information on its whereabouts, please let me know!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MOST WANTED: Sky blue beaded with leaf appliqués Elizabeth Taylor gown

This is another stunning gown made by Nolan Miller for Elizabeth Taylor.  The sketch details this gown as being made for Elizabeth for the Academy Awards, but I can not find any images of her in it at an awards show.  I am not sure if she ended up wearing this gown to the Academy Awards as it was intended.  Elizabeth did wear this gown to functions though, including one honoring Princess Margaret, attended by Joan Collins also wearing Nolan Miller.

WANTED: If anyone has this gown or it's sketch, or any information on their whereabouts, please let me know!



WANTED: Pale gray dress with fox trimmed cape Dominique ensemble

This is one of the first outfits we see Dominique in, and it certainly leaves a lasting impression.  This outfit consists of a pale gray long sleeved dress worn under an asymmetrical fox fur trimmed cape. The outfit is really quite simple, yet the asymmetrical cut of the cape gives it a very modern and unique look, while still chic and luxurious.  Dominique wears this ensemble the first time she ever meets Alexis at her penthouse, which results in a very memorable scene between the two ladies.

WANTED: If anyone has this gown or it's sketch, or any information on their whereabouts, please let me know!

WANTED: Red beaded trim Krystle gown

This is a simple, yet elegant design worn by Krystle in the 5th season of Dynasty.  Red was not in the usual color palate for Krystle's wardrobe or formal gowns.  To my knowledge this gown was not worn outside of Linda wearing it on Dynasty.  I like the simple wrap-style cut of the gown, while the embellishment of the beaded trim adds interest and glamour to the piece.  I also love a red gown.

WANTED: If anyone has this gown or it's sketch, or any information on their whereabouts, please let me know!

 

 

 

 

 

 

MOST WANTED: Black velvet floral beaded Elizabeth Taylor gown

Even though this is not Dynasty worn, this is my ultimate and favorite Nolan Miller creation.  Along with the Dynasty wardrobe, Nolan designed personal wardrobe for many glamorous stars of the 1980's including Elizabeth Taylor.  Elizabeth wore this gown to several functions, but most notably to the 1985 Golden Globes where she won the Cecil B. DeMille lifetime achievement award.  I think the design of this gown is so unique.  A simple and elegant cut enhanced with cascading vines of leaves and flora in silver beads and clear rhinestones.  The beading and rhinestones set against the black velvet material creates a very alluring and dramatic contrast in color and texture.  I find the most unique feature to the vine of leaves and flowers that runs across the décolletage.  I love this gown on so many levels. I don't think it gets anymore glamorous or beautiful than this piece!

WANTED: If anyone has this gown or it's sketch, or any information on their whereabouts, please let me know!