1970s Gumps Embroidered Caftan Dress designer-patrick-kelly You can also layer it

You can also layer it over or under other pieces - with Yohji pieces the sky is the limit

You can see the influence of the Ossie Clark/Celia Birtwell team in the cut and fabulous printed inserts that separate the tiers of fabric

Really interesting and versatile piece

Under Bust Seam: 11-15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam

Item# DD842

1970s Gumps Embroidered Caftan Dress designer-patrick-kelly You can also layer itA gorgeous 1970s caftan maxi dress done in a feather light, textured silk chiffon that has metallic flowers appliqued and embroidered onto the top layer. The gown is cut long and full, and is constructed of two layers of almost weightless silk chiffon on the top and tissue silk underneath. I love the almost watteau back and the extra fullness of the cut there. It gives the dress a romantic, exotic feeling and is a stunning complement to the lightness