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Moorchild Paris

Magnificent Souleiado Kaftan Dress

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This majestic piece hails from the South of France, from the revered house of Souleiado. Souleiado's time-honoured designs have their origins in the 16th century, when vibrant Indian fabrics found their way onto the shores of southern France. Of course the real Indian imports were extremely rare and expensive, so people studied the techniques and began to produce their own versions. Beautiful patterns were carved from wood and the fabrics were all hand-blocked using natural dyes. Souleiado is the oldest surviving maker of these "Indienne" textiles, established in 1806. It was taken over by the Demerys in 1916 and given the name Souleiado in 1939, which means “a ray of sun shining through the clouds after the rain”.

I can't actually find a label exactly like the one this dress bears, so I can't say with certainty about its era. I would says perhaps late 70 to early 80s? Though I can't guarantee that. But really, when it's this incredible who cares?! 

It's in perfect condition. Nothing to report there.

There's no size label so pleased check out the measurements below and compare them to a similar garment that fits you well. As for the height reference, I am 5' 3" or 160 cm, I am wearing 4.5 inch (11 cm) platforms in these photos and it *still* drags the floor! 

Measurements taken flat. 
Shoulders seam to seam: 16.75 in / 42.5 cm
Chest: 19 in / 48 cm
Waist: 16 in / 41 cm 
Hips/bum: 21.5 in / 55 cm 
Sleeves: 18.5 in / 47 cm
Length: 60 in / 152 cm

(Belt not included)

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