1960s Unlabeled Raised Floral Brocade Coat w Bright Pink Lining designer-christian-lacroix It has a high neckline

It has a high neckline and little ruffled cuffs that are caught up in a detail of that same braiding that runs down the front

I love the subtle floral pattern that runs through the base of the fabric too - a little nod to the inner wild child of the wearer

The entire dress is cut to follow and fit your every curve - and to create them if they are not already there

The duo behind the La Mendola label met in Rome in 1960 and started their business making dresses and selling them one by one

The collar and all down the front on both sides have a silver lame backed detail that is then beaded with has prong set rhinestones and faux pearls added for a little extra glitz

1960s Unlabeled Raised Floral Brocade Coat w Bright Pink Lining designer-christian-lacroix It has a high necklineThe pictures cannot come close to conveying the beauty of this coat. It is really extraordinary but being black, it is hard to capture just how wonderful it is. The cut is stunning and a strong nod to the sixties aesthetic. It is cut full length with narrow shoulders and meant to sit more fitted to the body through the upper torso. The sleeves are elbow length with a straight cut to them. It is seamed at the front waist only with a slight flare to the