Striking 1970s Red Dotted Chiffon White Beaded Caftan Dress w Kimono Sleeves designer-marni Bust: no true side seams

Bust: no true side seams because of the halter construction

The cups are edged in chiffon and the straps are meant to sit low and slightly off the shoulder - you can also tuck them to wear it strapless

It is timeless because of its simplicity and elegance

Closes with a back painted metal zipper to just above the waist and then has an open slit until the hook & eye at the back of the neck

The print is a combination of paisley mixed within an elaborate and exotic feeling design

Striking 1970s Red Dotted Chiffon White Beaded Caftan Dress w Kimono Sleeves designer-marni Bust: no true side seamsThis caftan is so striking and unusual. It has the feel of a mish mash of cultures and is one of those pieces that you will only find in vintage. It is made out of a red chiffon that has a small dot fused and embroidered into the fabric. Around the neck is a bib design made out of flat plastic beads that are hand sewn into place. The collar is high cut and set wide across the neck line. The beads follow the shape this creates and the white on the red