1960s Gold Thread & Blue Kimono Coat designer-jean-patou The corset closes with its

The corset closes with its own side zipper and the dress also has a side zipper to close

It is incredibly chic and even though it is knit

It is fitted from head to toe with a scooped bodice and nipped in waist

Trigere really was a master at cut and construction and this unusual and rare numbered sample dress is a showcase of her work

Rare and collectible it is a versatile and amazing piece of fashion history

1960s Gold Thread & Blue Kimono Coat designer-jean-patou The corset closes with itsThis pretty kimono coat or dress, is not absolutely perfect but still so wonderful I cannot resist listing it! The exterior is on great shape and is a fab mix of a smoky blue, silver and gold thread work all woven to create fabric that has a subtle metallic sheen. Its not a true kimono rather a westernized version. The sleeves are kimono shaped but the drop is far shorter that a traditional kimono and the tie belt is handily attached at the back. I