1960s Gold Thread & Blue Kimono Coat designer-jean-patou Rare and collectible it is

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

Note the perfection of how even the button lines up with the pattern of the fabric

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

but the fabric is actually a light weight silk georgette

1960s Gold Thread & Blue Kimono Coat designer-jean-patou Rare and collectible it isThis 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