Sophisticated 1960s Donald Brooks Fine Black Wool Crepe Dress w Elaborate Rhinestone Detailing designer-fendi When the bottom panel is

When the bottom panel is in place the coat falls to just about the knee

It has a pretty little 1/2 bow at the waist and under that is a subtle little closed vent that mimics the seaming detail of the skirt

It's one of the best and most elaborate caftans I have seen and its even better in person

The bodice is fitted and the waist nips in

Sophisticated 1960s Donald Brooks Fine Black Wool Crepe Dress w Elaborate Rhinestone Detailing designer-fendi When the bottom panel isDonald Brooks launched his label in late 1963 with a collection for the Spring 1964 season after an already successful start as a costumier for Hollywood. He quickly became one of the most sought after of the American designers and his clients included Jaqueline Kennedy, Claudette Colbert and Faye Dunaway. The New York Times said that he was one of 'the three B's of fashion' alongside Bill Blass and Geoffrey Beene. He helped to launch the American