1970s Black Caftan w Silver Thread Embroidered Trim & Edging designer-kenzo It bears the Patron Original

It bears the Patron Original label and this label was used for two purposes - it would indicate a gown custom made for a client that was not always exactly to the version presented on the runway or was one entirely made for the individual altogether on a collaborative effort between client and designer or

This wonderful little dress is so light and easy to wear

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The cut is simple and fully covers the body to balance out that sheer impact of color

A second glittering bee sits on the shoulder as if it will fly away at any moment

1970s Black Caftan w Silver Thread Embroidered Trim & Edging designer-kenzo It bears the Patron OriginalI have a few variations of these caftans landing in the shop. All came from a woman who traveled extensively and spent a lot of time in Morocco during the late 1970s and she apparently wore these there. She had these caftans custom made in a variety of color and fabric combinations. Each is the same loose and easy shape and all are made out of what feels like a silk and linen mix fabric that has just a touch of transparency to it, They are so chic and