1962 Chanel Numbered Haute Couture Jacket & Shell designer-bonwit-teller unusual and one of a

unusual and one of a kind with the most unusual design

Remarkable condition with no outstanding flaws to note other then the natural patina of time

What makes it interesting are the horizontal seam details with big jet buttons - it gives the appearance that the dress actually unbuttons in sections - though of course this is all decorative

This robe was carefully stored and is in extraordinary condition

Item# DD1070

1962 Chanel Numbered Haute Couture Jacket & Shell designer-bonwit-teller unusual and one of aThis jacket and shell set is from the 1962 collection when Coco herself still oversaw the house and collections. It is absolutely divine. The fabric is a fine silk brocade with silver metal thread woven through the fabric to highlight the design. The design itself is slightly raised and the use of the silver gives the entire thing a very subtle glimmer in the light. The tank is cut simply with small straps and a loose fit through the body. The jacket