Fall 2000 Valentino Custom Made Haute Couture White Floral Silk Brocade Evening Coat designer-jean-patou Hidden side pockets along the

Hidden side pockets along the hips and retains its original tie belt

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Reference photo shows page 324 of the book "Pucci" published by Taschen

The sleeves are long and straight and the dress is cut to sit fully off the shoulders

First the fabric - this is that perfect silk twill - think Hermes scarf weight and feel - this type of silk holds color like no other and the depth of hue and tonality to the print in this wonderful piece is breathtaking

Fall 2000 Valentino Custom Made Haute Couture White Floral Silk Brocade Evening Coat designer-jean-patou Hidden side pockets along theMy couture client had this stunning silk evening coat made for her. It is roughly based on the one that walked the runway but the detailing on the silk is far more delicate and intricate and combines elements from the suit that was also presented in that show. Since it was custom made for her it is a one off and the only one of its kind. It is an extraordinarily beautiful piece of Haute Couture that is also one of the most beautiful textiles that I