Joyful 1960s Josefa Mexico Rainbow Ribbon on Ivory Cotton Caftan Dress w Zip Front designer-balestra-roma the top portion is unlined

the top portion is unlined

5" from bottom of inner foundation garment to shortest hem

Each sleeve has an elastic panel at the cuff

The shape reminds me of the classic frame bag  with soft rounded corners and a curving shape through the body of the bag

The dress is made out of a fine high end silk that has a lattice and floral print covering its surface

Joyful 1960s Josefa Mexico Rainbow Ribbon on Ivory Cotton Caftan Dress w Zip Front designer-balestra-roma the top portion is unlinedI love Josefa caftans and have covered the history of the label a couple of times in my instagram (go peek one day). They are like owning a piece of wearable art. Every single one of them was entirely hand made and detailed. They were made in Mexico in the late sixties to early seventies and were the epitome of Bohemian chic in their day. They are easy to wear pieces that can go from the beach, to exploring far off markets, to being worn as an evening