1960s Deep Blue Velvet & Embroidered Star Applique Coat designer-alexander-mcqueen These are so hard to

These are so hard to find and this is a fine example

Part of why this works so well is the balancing act created by the contrast of the pastel color and the abject sexiness of the open sides

Its a great little piece and has a really timeless feel to it

amazing silk chiffon set by Hanae Mori is just spectacular

It is very light weight and could pack up nicely - exactly what a jet set girl of that time would have been after

1960s Deep Blue Velvet & Embroidered Star Applique Coat designer-alexander-mcqueen These are so hard toThis is a magical coat and very unique. It is made from a beautiful royal blue velvet that has an extraordinary amount of embroidered applique work scattered over its surface and defining the edges and cuffs. These are bright and colorful and edged in gold giving it a regal feel. The cut is equally as wonderful and I love the volume and drama it has. The upper body and shoulders are cut rounded and loose, with the the torso and skirt of the coat