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1971 THEA PORTER long floral coat with metal ribbon
$3,450
£2,606.67
€2,988.66
CA$4,814.87
A$5,238.95
CHF 2,773.96
MX$63,028.11
NOK 35,223.08
SEK 32,226.65
DKK 22,329.46
About the Item
Very rare and stunning cotton voile maxi dress with handkerchief hem and woven metal ribbon accents designed by Thea Porter dating to 1971.
This ethereal bohemian dress captures Thea Porter's iconic 1970's aesthetic, blending Eastern influences with romantic design. Made from lightweight sheer cotton voile, the dress features a fitted lined bodice with an allover floral print and a keyhole neckline trimmed in woven metal ribbon. The full, sheer sleeves in contrasting wavy stripe fabric hit just below the elbow and gather at the cuff.
The skirt transitions from floral to a diagonal wavy stripe pattern in soft pink, blue, green, and gold. A wide band of the floral print reappears at the hem, framed by more woven metal ribbon. The high-low handkerchief hemline creates great movement. The silhouette is very flattering.
This is a quintessential example of Thea Porter's look—bohemian, artistic, and effortless. Similar dresses photographed on Charlotte Rampling, Jane Fonda and more recently the same dress in another color-way on Kate Moss.
Labeled a British 10, although best this fits a US 2 Approximate measurements: shoulder 10" (although room for shoulders in billowy sleeve, sleeve length 18", bust 31.5-32" (fit 32" mannequin), waist 24-25", hips full and overall length 57".
Fully lined in black silk. Made in England.
Good condition.
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- Dimensions:Length: 57 in (144.78 cm)Marked Size: UK 10 (fits smaller) (UK)Bust: 32 in (81.28 cm)Waist: 24 in (60.96 cm)
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- Material Notes:cotton voile, metal woven thread, silk
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Nothing really to note. Possibly a pulled thread I may have missed.
- Seller Location:San Fransisco, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8126678372
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