1970s Jean Varon Printed Green & Deep Blue Tiered Chiffon Caftan Dress designer-moschino The neckline is squared off

The neckline is squared off and a little flat bow sits at its center

original owner as the dress shown here

The design is stunning

Fully lined in black silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper

over the skirt that comes with it or wear as a top or a mini dress on its own

1970s Jean Varon Printed Green & Deep Blue Tiered Chiffon Caftan Dress designer-moschino The neckline is squared offJohn Bates founded the Jean Varon label in 1959 and it became known for the futuristic designs that Bates created. By the late sixties and into the seventies his work tended more towards more floaty, feminine designs. Some of the very best pieces were made during this time period and his caftans and caftan dresses are particularly lovely. This is one of those caftan dresses that he did so very well. This one is made from two layers of a beautifully