1960s Embroidered Ducks Tie Coat designer-balmain it is cut to nip

it is cut to nip in at the waist - done by vertical seaming at the waist seams- and ends in a dramatic

A long fabric belt of the same fabric cinches in the waist and gives it a modern twist

This is an excellent and rare example of Philippe Venet work

It is a true deep navy blue

The fabric design is classic Hanae Mori

1960s Embroidered Ducks Tie Coat designer-balmain it is cut to nipThis sixties coat is really unusual. The base fabric is a thicker cotton mix that has an almost canvas like feel to it but with a smooth texture to it, not the rough weave of a true canvas. Its a deep deep blue. Onto this are rows of little yellow ducks done is folk art fashion and in rows from tops to bottom. These are done with stitched embroidery work and add a pretty pop of color against the blue. Its cut to just below the knee and though it would