Vintage 70s Ivory Embroidered Caftan with Gold Tassel and Rope Detail

From a distance, this ivory caftan is all fluid shape and soft sheen. Up close, its beauty is in the details: a richly textured fabric, blush and pale mint embroidery traced with gold thread, and a delicate gold tassel at the open front. A larger embroidered motif graces the back, giving the piece another beautiful view as it moves.

Why We Love It

The pastel embroidery feels gentle against the dramatic, full-length silhouette. Worn open over a slip dress, this is the kind of layer that makes getting dressed feel like an occasion.

Details

• Era: Vintage; exact decade unverified
• Open front with short, wide sleeves
• Textured ivory fabric; fiber content unknown
• Blush, mint, and gold embroidery at the front and back
• Gold edging and tassel
• Maker not identified from the available photos

Measurements

Measured flat:

• Width across the top: 33"
• Length: 58"

The width across the top is a garment measurement, not a bust measurement. Please compare it with a similarly shaped piece you own.

Condition

Good vintage condition based on the photographs, with no major flaw apparent. Please check the ivory fabric, embroidery, and tassel in person for any wear that should be disclosed before listing.

Collector’s Notes

A caftan gives its textile room to make an impression, and this one rewards a closer look. The raised ivory texture catches the light differently from the smooth pastel stitching, while the gold outline brings definition to each curling motif. Its maker, material, and precise age remain unknown, but its thoughtful use of texture and ornament is clear.