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Elegant Moroccan Damask Metallic Floral Caftan

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Stunning and elegant Moroccan caftan with silver metallic Moorish floral damask brocade. Hand made in Morocco great to use for a black tie party or to go to the Opera. Wear it as a coat, buttons are all open, fully front hand knotted gold thread looped buttons. In Morocco, fashion preserves its traditional style inherited from great civilizations that found their way to Northwest Africa, such as the Ottomans and the Moors. The exotic elegance of the Moroccan kaftans inspired European and global designers as Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, and many more who made the caftan famous in the 1960s and 1970s. Handmade by master seamstresses and Moroccan Artist designer who specialize in the Fine detail of Moroccan embroidery and Moroccan gold trims (sfifa). Condition: Excellent fully lined. Handcrafted by Moroccan Artist designer, this is a one of a kind caftan, inspired by the tales of Middle Eastern Princess of the Arabian Nights, hand made using antique style damask fabric. The Kaftan is a long and wide tunic, collarless, long-sleeved, worn by man and women. Condition: Excellent like new never been worn, Fits size large to XL: Measurement flat: Bust 27”. Waist 29”. Hips 30”. Across shoulders 17”. Sleeve length 22”. Centre back length 57”. Circa 1990s. Purchased in Marrakech. High-quality vintage pieces like this are yours to live in and love while increasing in value every year. It’s never too soon to start collecting them, as an investment in your wardrobe, and in yourself. Last picture is Iris Apfel, (Fashion and Interior designer Icon) wearing a similar caftan. Hand made in Morocco.
  • Similar to:
    Yves Saint Laurent (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 57 in (144.78 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 0.05 in (1.27 mm)
  • Style:
    Bohemian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KF8211stDibs: LU906823196372

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