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Mexican Caftan

Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads
Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads

Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads

Located in New York, NY

Mexico 1960's. Incredible scale, caftan ready. Excellent condition.

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Vintage 1940s Mexican Choker Necklaces

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Brass

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Marti Blue Silk Kaftan, 1970s
Marti Blue Silk Kaftan, 1970s

Marti Blue Silk Kaftan, 1970s

Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful 1970's azure blue long sleeve silk caftan made by collectible designer Marti of Mexico.

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1970s Mexican Kaftans

Irene Pulos Mexican Cotton Caftan Dress, 1970's
Irene Pulos Mexican Cotton Caftan Dress, 1970's

Irene Pulos Mexican Cotton Caftan Dress, 1970's

Located in Atlanta, GA

1970's Mexican cotton caftan dress by Irene Pulos with a graphic design in eye catching colors including aqua blue, green, navy blue, orange and pink with black and natural white hig...

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1970s Mexican Caftans

1970s Mexican Cotton and Satin Ribbon Fringed Caftan
1970s Mexican Cotton and Satin Ribbon Fringed Caftan

1970s Mexican Cotton and Satin Ribbon Fringed Caftan

Located in Gresham, OR

A 1970s Mexican cotton and satin ribbon fringed caftan with Aztec-styled motif embroidered at the center of the Empire-style waist.

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1970s Mexican Caftans

1970s Josefa Mexican Cotton Caftan with Tassel Streamers
1970s Josefa Mexican Cotton Caftan with Tassel Streamers

1970s Josefa Mexican Cotton Caftan with Tassel Streamers

By Josefa

Located in Gresham, OR

A 1970s Josefa Mexican cotton caftan: Empire styling with long tassel streamers down front and colorful applique at sleeves and throughout garment.

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1970s Mexican Caftans

1970's Mexican Bohemian Embroidered Caftan Lounger
1970's Mexican Bohemian Embroidered Caftan Lounger

1970's Mexican Bohemian Embroidered Caftan Lounger

Located in Atlanta, GA

The vibrant color palate of this 1970's Mexican caftan starts with an orange and pink striped canvas fabric and continues with turquoise and yellow bohemian floral embroidery.

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1970s Mexican Kaftans

Vibrant Mexican Festival Tangerine Cotton Caftan Designed by Joesfa c 1970s
Vibrant Mexican Festival Tangerine Cotton Caftan Designed by Joesfa c 1970s

Vibrant Mexican Festival Tangerine Cotton Caftan Designed by Joesfa c 1970s

By Josefa

Located in University City, MO

Vibrant Mexican festival tangerine cotton caftan designed by Josefa The exotic cotton caftan is embellished with wide colorful satin ribbons that frame the v-neck collar, sleeves...

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1970s Mexican Kaftans

1970s Black and Yellow Handkerchief Scarf Hem Mexican Embrodiered Caftan Dress
1970s Black and Yellow Handkerchief Scarf Hem Mexican Embrodiered Caftan Dress

1970s Black and Yellow Handkerchief Scarf Hem Mexican Embrodiered Caftan Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 70s vintage black and marigold yellow cotton handkerchief hem Mexican kaftan dress. Features yellow embroidery of a peacock and flowers on the front.

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1970s Mexican Kaftans

Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk

Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk

By Torso Creations

Located in Gresham, OR

Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk in a Myriad of Colors.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Loungewear

1970s Spectacular Angel Wing Caftan Designed by Josefa
1970s Spectacular Angel Wing Caftan Designed by Josefa

1970s Spectacular Angel Wing Caftan Designed by Josefa

By Josefa

Located in University City, MO

The voluminous open sleeves are designed with long dramatic golden fringe The heavy duty cotton caftan is designed with a v-neck collar The caftan zippers up the back side ...

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1970s Mexican Kaftans

Mexican Caftan 1960s
Mexican Caftan 1960s

Mexican Caftan 1960s

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Mexican Caftan 1960s

By Josefa

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Josefa caftan. Pink cotton item features multi-color applique details with attached long silk tassels. Item slips over head (no zipper). Pristine appears unworn.

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1960s Mexican Kaftans

Mexican Caftan 1960s
Mexican Caftan 1960s

Mexican Caftan 1960s

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Mexican Caftan 1960s

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage Tipicano caftan. Black cotton item features bright pink embroidery and matching silk ribbon trim and fringe. Item slips over head (no zipper). Pristine appears unworn.

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1960s Mexican Kaftans

1970s Casa Maya Handmade & Embroidered Mexican Caftan
1970s Casa Maya Handmade & Embroidered Mexican Caftan

1970s Casa Maya Handmade & Embroidered Mexican Caftan

Located in Rockwood, ON

The design is based on a classic caftan with wide cut sleeves and a body that widens as it nears the hem.

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1970s Kaftans

1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan
1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan

1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan

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1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Rockwood, ON

This is a rare, documented book piece that appears in the book "The Art of Zandra Rhodes" from the collection inspired by her trip to Mexico this piece is entitled "Mexican Fan" I th...

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1970s Day Dresses

1970's Josefa of Mexico Couture Caftan
1970's Josefa of Mexico Couture Caftan

1970's Josefa of Mexico Couture Caftan

By Josefa

Located in Houston, TX

Unbelievable Josefa caftan! Vibrant cotton canvas in blue and purple with blue ribbon details is both pure comfort and makes a statement -- a great statement!!!

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1970s Mexican Kaftans

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