1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress Zandra_Rhodes LENGTH - 60 in

LENGTH - 60 in

MEASUREMENTSBust - 46 in

This elegant vintage 1970s Susan Small maxi dress in a cobalt blue silk and linen mix is of superb quality and features some exquisite embellishment on the bodice

Of particular note is the variable sizing and its possible that this was used as a maternity ensemble

the dress is cut to a simple shift silhouette

1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress Zandra_Rhodes LENGTH - 60 inThis is a great example of early unisex fashion from the revered French designer Ted Lapidus. He popularised sports utility wear and the safari suit look along with Yves Saint Laurent in the 60s and 70s. This dress is made from a richly woven linen fabric and has several notable design details including a wide lapel collar and double breasted rows of buttons with two very large front pockets. The concealed access for these pockets is in fact on the