1970s Valentino Plaid Swing Coat designer-vivienne-westwood It is cut on the

It is cut on the bias so drapes perfectly when on

The cut keeps it classy but sexy

There is a tiny nick of fabric off the top layer of one shoulder but it does not go through

There is the very faintest marks under the arms but because of the cut

almost nautical feel with the cream and navy at the bodice to a riot of colors and texture at the hem

1970s Valentino Plaid Swing Coat designer-vivienne-westwood It is cut on theA fantastic swing coat by Valentino in a bright and colorful mix of colors done in a over sized plaid. I love the red lining that gives another bright flash of color when you move. The coat itself is made of a lightweight wool that is very comfortable to wear. The cut is a play on the loose sculptural styles of the fifties with lots of volume. The collar is bold and pointed and each sleeve is finished with a simple hem and left wide. All the volume