Well Documented Fall 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Hooded Cape w Braided Edges & Tassel Details Haute Couture It is a rich metallic

It is a rich metallic silk brocade with an intricate design that runs across its surface

The dress is strong and stable otherwise

Fully lined in an ivory organza and closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper

The neckline is a deep V and there is a modestly panel sewn in (which could easily be removed if you wanted the full plunge effect) A wide band of silver cording

Well Documented Fall 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Hooded Cape w Braided Edges & Tassel Details Haute Couture It is a rich metallicThis fantastic cape is from the Fall 1976 collection and it is the second one from this collection I have had in the shop this week. Several versions of it were produced that season including this and the longer and slightly more elaborate deep purple one I listed earlier this week. We have included photos from the runway pieces here and we also found an ad campaign shot with its twin and have included that for you to see. I personally have several