Gorgeous 1970s Lanvin Couture Printed Gathered Silk Caftan Dress w Balloon Sleeves & Felt Hem designer-azzedine-alaia The top is cut like

The top is cut like a little shirt with pointed

the dragon motif was used on several pieces including a similar dress to this one

Under that skirt flares out beautifully as it nears the hem

Just above the elbow is a panel of the same silk that has been wrapped and attached around the arm

This hooded red and black cape is wonderful

Gorgeous 1970s Lanvin Couture Printed Gathered Silk Caftan Dress w Balloon Sleeves & Felt Hem designer-azzedine-alaia The top is cut likeThis fabulous caftan dress would have been designed by Jules Francois Crahay, who headed the Lanvin ateliers from 1964 1984. He has been noted as one of fashions 'great colorists with his colorful patterns making his 1970s Lanvin designs hugely desirable and influential.' His time at the Lanvin label is one of my personal favourite periods for the house. I especially love his work during this period. He was a genius at colour and he pushed the