Phenomenal Early 1970s La Mendola Green Silk Jersey Caftan Dress w Silk Chiffon Overlay designer-marni Outstanding design & execution

Outstanding design & execution

The top is cut with the loose and full volume that was the hallmark of the eighties

Based on a classic caftan this pairs a toweling cotton with a dramatic chocolate and white checked pattern

it simply glides over the bust and down to hug the hips

Phenomenal Early 1970s La Mendola Green Silk Jersey Caftan Dress w Silk Chiffon Overlay designer-marni Outstanding design & executionThe duo behind the La Mendola label met in Rome in 1960 and started their business making dresses and selling them one by one, piece by piece. In 1967 they opened a shop and women like Elizabeth Taylor and Rita Hayworth quickly become loyal clients who were buying and even wait listing for pieces as they were produced. This dress is a wonderful example of their work. They are one of my favorite lesser known labels and their work is a joy to see. This