Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads
Located in New York, NY
Mexico 1960's. Incredible scale, caftan ready. Excellent condition.
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Mexican Caftan
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Marti Blue Silk Kaftan, 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful 1970's azure blue long sleeve silk caftan made by collectible designer Marti of Mexico.
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Irene Pulos Mexican Cotton Caftan Dress, 1970's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's Mexican cotton caftan dress by Irene Pulos with a graphic design in eye catching colors including aqua blue, green, navy blue, orange and pink with black and natural white hig...
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1970s Mexican Caftans
1970s Mexican Cotton and Satin Ribbon Fringed Caftan
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Mexican cotton and satin ribbon fringed caftan with Aztec-styled motif embroidered at the center of the Empire-style waist.
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1970s Mexican Caftans
1970s Josefa Mexican Cotton Caftan with Tassel Streamers
By Josefa
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Josefa Mexican cotton caftan: Empire styling with long tassel streamers down front and colorful applique at sleeves and throughout garment.
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1970s Mexican Caftans
1970s 70s Vintage Lightweight Cotton Red + White Mexican Embroidered Caftan
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s vintage Mexican caftan / kaftan dress! Perfect lightweight soft cotton.
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1950s Caftan with Traditional Mexican Embroidery Panels and Mixed Lace
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Net and mixed lace caftan with traditional Mexican embroidery panels.
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1950s Mexican Caftans
1970's Mexican Bohemian Embroidered Caftan Lounger
Located in Atlanta, GA
The vibrant color palate of this 1970's Mexican caftan starts with an orange and pink striped canvas fabric and continues with turquoise and yellow bohemian floral embroidery.
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Vibrant Mexican Festival Tangerine Cotton Caftan Designed by Joesfa c 1970s
By Josefa
Located in University City, MO
Vibrant Mexican festival tangerine cotton caftan designed by Josefa The exotic cotton caftan is embellished with wide colorful satin ribbons that frame the v-neck collar, sleeves...
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1970s Black and Yellow Handkerchief Scarf Hem Mexican Embrodiered Caftan Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 70s vintage black and marigold yellow cotton handkerchief hem Mexican kaftan dress. Features yellow embroidery of a peacock and flowers on the front.
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Vintage Tachi Castillo Mexican Hand Crochet Cotton 1970s 70s Black Caftan Dress
By Tachi Castillo
Located in San Diego, CA
Tachi was well known in Mexico for her impeccable attention to detail, and had a very strong and loyal clientele.
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk in a Myriad of Colors.
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1970s Spectacular Angel Wing Caftan Designed by Josefa
By Josefa
Located in University City, MO
The voluminous open sleeves are designed with long dramatic golden fringe The heavy duty cotton caftan is designed with a v-neck collar The caftan zippers up the back side ...
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1970s Josefa Hand-Crafted Cotton Caftan with Rainbow Ribbon Trim and Embroidery
By Josefa
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Josefa hand-crafted cotton caftan with rainbow ribbon trim and hand embroidery. Originally sold at I. Magnin
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1960s Denim and Cotton Caftan w Op-Art Style Appliqué and Embroidery
Located in Gresham, OR
Victor Camarena for D'Mama Carlota denim and cotton caftan with op-art style applique and embroidery. Back zipper
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1960s Mexican Kaftans
Mexican Caftan 1960s
By Josefa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Josefa caftan. Pink cotton item features multi-color applique details with attached long silk tassels. Item slips over head (no zipper). Pristine appears unworn.
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1960s Mexican Kaftans
Mexican Caftan 1960s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Tipicano caftan. Black cotton item features bright pink embroidery and matching silk ribbon trim and fringe. Item slips over head (no zipper). Pristine appears unworn.
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1960s Mexican Kaftans
1970s Casa Maya Handmade & Embroidered Mexican Caftan
Located in Rockwood, ON
The design is based on a classic caftan with wide cut sleeves and a body that widens as it nears the hem.
Category
1970s Kaftans
1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is a rare, documented book piece that appears in the book "The Art of Zandra Rhodes" from the collection inspired by her trip to Mexico this piece is entitled "Mexican Fan" I th...
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1970s Day Dresses
1970's Josefa of Mexico Couture Caftan
By Josefa
Located in Houston, TX
Unbelievable Josefa caftan! Vibrant cotton canvas in blue and purple with blue ribbon details is both pure comfort and makes a statement -- a great statement!!!
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
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Located in Water Mill, NY
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By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
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By Thierry Mugler
Located in Geneva, CH
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1990s French Skirt Suits
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Located in Water Mill, NY
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Vintage 1960s Modernist Pendant Necklaces
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Alexander McQueen grey wool structured pant suit, fw 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
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Located in University City, MO
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By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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By Pauline Trigère
Located in New York, NY
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Located in New York, NY
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