Description
A highly detailed 1960s two-piece ensemble consisting of a fitted lace dress and coordinating overcoat, both executed in dimensional ribbon-work over a fine lace ground. The surface is built from applied pastel soutache-style ribbon forming floral motifs across the entire garment, creating a raised, textural effect that moves beyond printed or standard embroidered lace. The palette—soft pink, butter yellow, powder blue, and pale green—sits on an ivory lace base, giving the piece a light, luminous quality.
The dress is cut in a classic mid-century silhouette with a fitted bodice and softly flared skirt, while the matching coat mirrors the same textile and construction, finished with mink-trimmed cuffs that introduce a controlled element of luxury. This is a fully realized set—designed to be worn together as a complete presentation rather than assembled.
Curator’s Note
Unlabeled pieces of this caliber point to a different tier of production—either boutique salon work or high-end custom dressmaking, where the emphasis was placed on material and labor rather than branding. The defining feature here is the textile. Ribbon-work of this density—applied across both dress and coat—represents a significant amount of hand-guided construction. It is not mass-market lace, but a decorative surface built dimensionally, giving the garment depth and movement.
The inclusion of a matching coat in the same textile, paired with mink cuffs, places the ensemble firmly in a higher retail context at the time of production. This is not a label-driven piece. It is a material and workmanship piece—exactly the kind that sits quietly at the upper level of an archive.
Details
• Era: 1960s
• Pieces: Dress and matching coat (two-piece ensemble)
• Material: Lace base with applied ribbon-work floral design
• Technique: Dimensional soutache-style ribbon application
• Trim: Mink fur cuffs on coat
• Dress: Sleeveless with fitted bodice and flared skirt
• Coat: Full-length with matching textile and scalloped edging
• Closure: Back zip closures on dress/single hook and eye closure on jacket
• Color: Ivory base with pastel floral ribbon-work
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor, age-appropriate wear.
• Interior lining shows areas of discoloration consistent with age
• Discoloration is confined to the interior and does not show through when worn
• Exterior lace and ribbon-work remain vibrant with no major structural issues noted• Mink cuffs are full with light, natural wear
Measurements take flat then doubled where appropriate
Dress
• Bust: 34”
• Waist: 28”
• Hips: 38”
• Length: 40”
Coat
• Bust: 38”
• Shoulders: 16”
• Sleeve Length: 20”
• Length: 39”
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Return Policy
At Revolving Vintage Closet, every piece is thoughtfully sourced, inspected, and documented with care. Because our garments and décor items are truly one-of-a-kind, all sales are final. Vintage pieces cannot be replaced once they leave our studio, and return shipping can risk damage to delicate fabrics, trims, and finishes. For this reason, we do not accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations.
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Shipping Policy
All items ship from our studio with careful protective packaging. Tracking is included with every order. We ship within 2–4 business days, unless noted otherwise in the listing. Revolving Vintage Closet is not responsible for delays caused by the postal carrier, customs, or weather. If you require signature confirmation, expedited shipping, or insurance upgrades, please contact us prior to purchase.
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