1960s Bright Rudy Thread Hand Embroidered Black Caftan designer-adrian She was known for her

She was known for her pastel garnished evening gowns

The shape is wonderful and flattering - a simple A-line cut with a pretty rounded collar and a zipped front

Item# S377

If this does not absolutely sum up the minimalist movement of the nineties I am not sure what would

There is a round button at the top of the back of the neck

1960s Bright Rudy Thread Hand Embroidered Black Caftan designer-adrian She was known for herThe needlework done on this caftan is fantastic the deep ruby mixed with bits of blue, yellow and green absolutely pops off of the black background and there is an incredible amount of work on it. The caftan is cut long and lean and has a medium weight to it light enough so it does not feel bulky but with enough weight to hold the shape. This is partly due to the base fabric which feels like a mix of cotton, linen and perhaps a touch of a synthetic. I