1970s Black Caftan w Silver Thread Embroidered Trim & Edging designer-kenzo It bears the Patron Original

It bears the Patron Original label and this label was used for two purposes - it would indicate a gown custom made for a client that was not always exactly to the version presented on the runway or was one entirely made for the individual altogether on a collaborative effort between client and designer or

The muted autumnal colors flow into each other in tones of deep browns

The skirt opposite to the slit cascades to the floor with gathered poufs and a large bow

Fully lined in a white silky rayon

The cut is simple and fully covers the body to balance out that sheer impact of color

1970s Black Caftan w Silver Thread Embroidered Trim & Edging designer-kenzo It bears the Patron OriginalI have a few variations of these caftans landing in the shop. All came from a woman who traveled extensively and spent a lot of time in Morocco during the late 1970s and she apparently wore these there. She had these caftans custom made in a variety of color and fabric combinations. Each is the same loose and easy shape and all are made out of what feels like a silk and linen mix fabric that has just a touch of transparency to it, They are so chic and