Gorgeous 1970s Lanvin Couture Printed Gathered Silk Caftan Dress w Balloon Sleeves & Felt Hem designer-azzedine-alaia the dragon motif was used

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

Fully lined in an off-white silk organza and closes with a back painted metal zipper

Under that skirt flares out beautifully as it nears the hem

The colour is beautiful red and that is softened with the pretty and romantic flower and butterfly print that covers its surface

Gorgeous 1970s Lanvin Couture Printed Gathered Silk Caftan Dress w Balloon Sleeves & Felt Hem designer-azzedine-alaia the dragon motif was usedThis 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