1970s Pastel Dreams Afghan Dress 1930s typical of late-1930s tailoring

typical of late-1930s tailoring

Fit / ConstructionFully linedDouble breastedPrincess shapingSwinging hem

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Minor irregularities in the print are inherent to the block printing process

1970s Pastel Dreams Afghan Dress 1930s typical of late-1930s tailoring1970s Afghan Cotton Dress with Embroidered Yoke A beautiful 1970s Afghan dress, likely made for the Western export market during the height of the hippie trail era. Cut from indigo cotton with a hand blocked print, it features a contrasting embroidered yoke and dramatic flared skirt, finished with wide sleeve borders. The silhouette bridges Afghan folk costume and Western bohemian style exactly the kind of piece sold in Londons Carnaby Street