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Tangerine Satin Sleeveless Inverness Coat Dress w Cascading Ruffles–O/S, 1960s

$300
£227.80
€260.50
CA$419.14
A$466.18
CHF 243.42
MX$5,672.90
NOK 3,108.90
SEK 2,915.60
DKK 1,944.23
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About the Item

One of the most outrageous garments in our collection in color, style and versatility. Of course it may be worn open as a sleeveless coat, but it also looks divine fixed closed with a dramatic brooch. Or, wrap it tightly, belt it, and wear it as a gown! Endless variety and an unapologetic attention-grabber. (Also a dead-ringer for a couture Akira model from the 1980s!) Sleeveless full-length Ulster coat/cape with dramatic shawl collar and 4 ¾” self ruffle around all edges except arm holes. No closures of any kind; fully lined in orange acetate. fabric: poly satin, acetate noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: fair - good with assorted light and dark spots only visible under bright light; one large area of color loss beneath shawl collar in back (invisible when worn) measurements: shawl collar: 14 ½” deep (including 4 ¾” ruffle) shoulders: approx 15 ½” length: 56” from shoulder, 48” from underarm (including 4 ¾” ruffle) sweep: approx. 80” label: Miss Elliette (California) size: no size tag present; comparable to modern one size fits most
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; one size fits most (US)Shoulder to Hem: 56 in (142.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Inverness (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Assorted light and dark spots only visible under bright light; one large area of color loss beneath shawl collar in back (invisible when worn).
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0811.09.3351stDibs: LU864311694102

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