1970s Jean Varon Printed Green & Deep Blue Tiered Chiffon Caftan Dress designer-moschino The chenille used in a

The chenille used in a very fine and light - almost more like a silk velvet but with the texture of chenille

over the skirt that comes with it or wear as a top or a mini dress on its own

or layer it over just about anything

July 19 2003

These are absolutely amazing

1970s Jean Varon Printed Green & Deep Blue Tiered Chiffon Caftan Dress designer-moschino The chenille used in aJohn Bates founded the Jean Varon label in 1959 and it became known for the futuristic designs that Bates created. By the late sixties and into the seventies his work tended more towards more floaty, feminine designs. Some of the very best pieces were made during this time period and his caftans and caftan dresses are particularly lovely. This is one of those caftan dresses that he did so very well. This one is made from two layers of a beautifully