1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress Zandra_Rhodes This pretty 1950s silk green

This pretty 1950s silk green patterned dress features an unusual kaleidoscope design in a variety of attractive shades of green and pale blue

Of particular note is the variable sizing and its possible that this was used as a maternity ensemble

the dress could be worn with or without to suit the wearer's taste

the dress is cut to a simple shift silhouette

LENGTH - 60 in

1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress Zandra_Rhodes This pretty 1950s silk greenThis is a great example of early unisex fashion from the revered French designer Ted Lapidus. He popularised sports utility wear and the safari suit look along with Yves Saint Laurent in the 60s and 70s. This dress is made from a richly woven linen fabric and has several notable design details including a wide lapel collar and double breasted rows of buttons with two very large front pockets. The concealed access for these pockets is in fact on the