Important Spring 1970 Valentino Haute Couture Ivory Wool Coat w Intricate PinTuck Detailing designer-pierre-cardin The shoulders have Rousteing's signature

The shoulders have Rousteing's signature bold and sharp shape and the sleeves taper to the wrist from there

Bodice: 16" from shoulder seam to bottom waist seam including the 4" band

Its amazing and a piece of fashion history

The dress is meant to mold and curve around a real body with a strong nod to the fifties fitted wiggle dress so my mannequin is not even coming close to doing this piece full justice

It actually wraps and closes at the back and then ties at the front - a clever little twist on a classic design

Important Spring 1970 Valentino Haute Couture Ivory Wool Coat w Intricate PinTuck Detailing designer-pierre-cardin The shoulders have Rousteing's signatureThis is an exceptional example of Valentino's Haute Couture work that he was doing at the cusp of the 1970s. It is an extension of the collection that he showed for the 1969 with it's ivory colour and chic feel. Finding pieces from this time period in such wonderful condition is a rarity and I am very pleased to have this beautiful coat in the shop. I am also pleased to have found a reference photo from that season so that you have an idea of just how