Rare 1970s Pre-OMO Norma Kamali Striped Knit Scarf Dress

A Collector’s Holy Grail of Early Modernism

This is an exceptional archival find: a late 1970s Norma Kamali knit dress featuring the rare original "wide O" signature label. Produced just before the launch of her OMO label, this piece captures Kamali at a pivotal moment of creative independence. It features the bold, graphic stripes and architectural "batwing" silhouette that would soon define 1980s high-fashion.

Archival Details:

• Era: Late 1970s (Pre-1978 rebranding).

• Label: Rare original "Norma Kamali" tag with signature wide-O typography.

• Design: Dramatic dolman sleeves and extra-long ribbed cuffs that create a powerful, sculptural upper body.

• Versatility: Includes an integrated scarf that can be styled as a pussy-cat bow, a simple knot, or draped loosely.

• Silhouette: A mid-weight knit drop-waist that falls into a voluminous, high-movement skirt—designed to be worn at the hips but hang below for dramatic drop-waist styling

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no visible flaws.

Sizing & Fit:

• Size: Label says M. Fits like a modern US 4 (Small). No stretch at the hip where the waist band is

• Reference: Model is 5’3” and approx. US size 2–4

• Materials: Soft, durable knit (likely a wool or synthetic blend typical of her early experimentation with sportswear fabrics).