1960s Oscar De La Renta Ruffled Coat designer-jean-paul-gaultier 5" at the skinniest points

5" at the skinniest points

The dress is fully lined in cotton muslin that has been dyed to match

I love the little ruffle edge along the top

early fifties dress makes a pretty yet dramatic statement

The skirt is fully lined in a matching red rayon and closes with a side painted metal zipper and hidden hook & eye at the waist

1960s Oscar De La Renta Ruffled Coat designer-jean-paul-gaultier 5" at the skinniest pointsI love the huge exaggerated plaid design on this early sixties coat by Oscar De la Renta! I made the mistake of trying it on just before listing it and if you think it looks even remotely fantastic in the photos you will die when you see it in person. It is cut impeccably and has a fabulous combination of girliness and chicness. The fit is narrow through the upper torso, shoulders and arms and then it flares out in that dramatic A line from just under