1960s Metallic Silk Brocade Pat Sandler designer-gucci The off white felted wool

The off white felted wool is seamed and cut to give a hint of a beret feel

It closes with a handset

The main part of the dress is cut with a loose fitting waist with a long skirt that falls to the floor with just the slightest of A-line as it nears the hem

Love the wide caftan feel long sleeves and the east to wear cut

but this is a true 1950s beauty and is just wonderful

1960s Metallic Silk Brocade Pat Sandler designer-gucci The off white felted woolThis is the twin of a dress I have had before and I was so pleased to have it again as it is absolutely beautiful! It is cut to follow and sculpt the bodice with beautiful curved seaming and a high panel around the waist that emphasises both the waist and the bust line. The skirt is quite full and lovely even without a crinoline as shown! The fairly simple cut is completely off set by the spectacular fabric. It is a rich metallic brocade with a garden