Documented Fall 1959 Givenchy by Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Chic Black Wool Coat designer-halston Just above the elbow is

Just above the elbow is a panel of the same silk that has been wrapped and attached around the arm

This jacket was worn and loved - most East West jackets were

The simplicity of the design really allows that stunning fabric to shine front and center

cuffs and around the hem

It is exceptional and very beautiful

Documented Fall 1959 Givenchy by Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Chic Black Wool Coat designer-halston Just above the elbow isI had this coat in the shop many years ago and it has managed to circle its way back to me. I am so pleased to offer it up once more as it is an extraordinary coat. Every piece of Haute Couture is special but when I can also document a coat with an editorial reference it makes it even more so. The coat dates to the Fall 1959 collection and a similar version in red appeared in the December issue of L'Officiel. A similar version forms hat same