vintage afghan 1970s folk style midi dress ‘Asiatica Folklore’ vintage fabric ) plastic talon side zipper

) plastic talon side zipper – and of course the asymmetric styling and fringe

Prettily patterned in what I think is a silk brocade

It is still all pretty much intact but fragile and damaged

Very pretty

open fronted

vintage afghan 1970s folk style midi dress ‘Asiatica Folklore’ vintage fabric ) plastic talon side zipperOriginal 1970s dress labelled Asiatica Folklore made in Afghanistan embroidered panels and contrast raw silk insets, which I think are a (historic) addition to enlarge waist. Full sleeves and embroidered fabric cuffs also fasten with self fabric covered button and loop. Lovely burgundy floral block type print. Half belt (which I cant decide if Id like to front or back so you can see colourful insets!) Button front, full skirt gathered onto slightly