1970s Embroidered Gold & Black Caftan designer-alexander-mcqueen The gown is stretch crepe

The gown is stretch crepe and cut on the bias so really work with your body once it is on

It is a definite nod to the silhouette most popular in the highest circles of fashion at that time

The lower portion of the hem explodes in a profusion of pleated ruffles and huge satin flowers at the front

This gives it dimension and depth and rally plays on the texture of the fabric

New Chanel jackets alone can cost upwards of $8

1970s Embroidered Gold & Black Caftan designer-alexander-mcqueen The gown is stretch crepeA gorgeous vintage caftan whose base is a black cotton mix fabric that has a gold and silver white thread design embroidered onto it. The caftan is cut supermodel long and is light but with enough weight to hold the shape. I love the dramatic and wide panel of embroidery work that runs all the way down the front and across the upper back. It is picked up heavily around the cuffs of the sleeves and the design trails down each side and around the