1960s Missoni Dress and Coat Ensemble size_16 Cadet blue among other patriotic

Cadet blue among other patriotic colors were used in the United States at this time to show patriotism and support for American troops both during and after WWII

Matching coral Bill Blass motif lining

Modern US size 2/4 Hem can be lengthened 2 inches

Pair it with a shawl

Bodice is constructed of red silk faille over cream silk crepe with the two-tiered skirt constructed of pleated cream silk crepe

1960s Missoni Dress and Coat Ensemble size_16 Cadet blue among other patrioticStunning Missoni coat and dress ensemble. Vibrant shades of blue, teal and metallic gold give this dress an element of daytime extravagance along with it's sheer silk fabric that ties at neck back with long tails creating drama with just a slight breeze. The upper bodice and three quarter length flounced sleeves are sheer teal silk with gold, teal and green trim in a loopy design on the chest, arms and hem of the dress. Patterned knit fabric is