Spectacular 1960s Gold & Red Silk Brocade Christian Dior Coat designer-emilio-pucci Looking at it from a

Looking at it from a broader perspective

it closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the back neck

The waist nips in and then the skirt falls to the floor in a A-line shape

Hand finished to couture level

I love the way the panels sit at each bust to give a slight bit of extra fullness and the shoulders are cut wide so it leaves an expanse of skin showing

Spectacular 1960s Gold & Red Silk Brocade Christian Dior Coat designer-emilio-pucci Looking at it from aThis is a treasure and a strong statement piece. This insanely fabulous Christian Dior coat can be considered demi couture as it is primarily hand finished and would have been sent to the New York shop with its design based on the Haute Couture version. The length is to the knee and the cut is generous through the body the better too accommodate a full dress underneath. It is made of a rich silk brocade with a combination of gold and metallic red on a