1920s or 1930s Incredible Black Velvet, Cord & Silver Metal Disc Guard Coat designer-adrian It was a fantastical jungle

It was a fantastical jungle that walked down the runway of the Spring 2011 Prada presentation and Miucci showed piece after piece with a whimsical mix of embroidery and beads

it is absolutely gorgeous

Item# DD2418

You can easily add a soft belt to add shape like the one shown in the reference photo that was owned by Elizabeth Taylor

1920s or 1930s Incredible Black Velvet, Cord & Silver Metal Disc Guard Coat designer-adrian It was a fantastical jungleBased on the style of the label inside the coat I am dating this to the 1920s or 1930s but it is conceivable that it could be earlier. It is a remarkable piece and so far, I have been unable to find out more about its origins. Regardless of its history as a guard coat (which we know from the label stating just that inside) it is a dramatic and gorgeous coat that has a strong military feel. It is made from a black cotton velvet that has a deep maroon