1960s Embroidered Ducks Tie Coat designer-balmain The top curves in a

The top curves in a shallow scoop and the back has a nice plunging V

The fabric design is classic Hanae Mori

it is cut to nip in at the waist - done by vertical seaming at the waist seams- and ends in a dramatic

Bust: 15-16

A long fabric belt of the same fabric cinches in the waist and gives it a modern twist

1960s Embroidered Ducks Tie Coat designer-balmain The top curves in aThis sixties coat is really unusual. The base fabric is a thicker cotton mix that has an almost canvas like feel to it but with a smooth texture to it, not the rough weave of a true canvas. Its a deep deep blue. Onto this are rows of little yellow ducks done is folk art fashion and in rows from tops to bottom. These are done with stitched embroidery work and add a pretty pop of color against the blue. Its cut to just below the knee and though it would