1960s Marimekko Deep Blue & White Print Caftan Dress designer-paco-rabanne In the 1950s The society

In the 1950s The society matrons of Toronto bought their couture directly from the houses in Europe

Unlined and with a black silk separate skirt that serves as a partial lining

Meant to be worn loose and caftan feeling so is very variable for size

The fabric is a silk taffeta with ribbons of rilky rayon worked directly into the fabric

early 1960s silk maxi dress from Oscar De La Renta

1960s Marimekko Deep Blue & White Print Caftan Dress designer-paco-rabanne In the 1950s The societyThis early Marimekko caftan dress is fabulous. The Marimekko company was founded in 1951 by Armi and Viljo Ratia and they quickly became known for making pieces that used boldly printed fabrics of their own designs. The label on this dress dates it to the late 1960s and it's a beauty. The design that covers the surface is simple, yet striking. The color is a deep blue with a white curving line that creates the design that runs over the dress from top