Stunning 1970s Biba Fox Fur Jacket designer-ted-lapidus early nineties

early nineties

You can see his future love of adding luxe details with the snakeskin trim at the neckline of this piece

The pattern is a pretty mix of lavenders and pinks and the silk is so light that it drapes and moves beautifully

A single deep inverted pleat is built into each side of the skirt which helps to hold the shape and give ease for movement

Made of a beautiful scarf grade silk chiffon that has been meticulously gathered horizontally until the skirt flows out in a sexy

Stunning 1970s Biba Fox Fur Jacket designer-ted-lapidus early ninetiesOne of the holy grails for the Biba collector is this iconic natural fox fur jacket! It has a strong nod to the 40s in is cut typical of this era and it is in amazing shape! The shoulders are strong but cut slim you can see that definite Biba cut at play. I love how a striped line is created by following the natural pelts and how it has an almost swing jacket cut. Pockets are hidden along the front, again giving it a bit of a forties feel. The collar