1970s Valentino Plaid Swing Coat designer-halston Unlined and slips on to

Unlined and slips on to wear

Note that some photos were lightened and this makes some of the fabric appear to be discolored - it is not

The flow out form the hip to a wide leg

This vintage Lanvin set is seriously fabulous

Also the chiffon under the metallic detail on the shoulders is shattering and almost gone on one side

1970s Valentino Plaid Swing Coat designer-halston Unlined and slips on toA fantastic swing coat by Valentino in a bright and colorful mix of colors done in a over sized plaid. I love the red lining that gives another bright flash of color when you move. The coat itself is made of a lightweight wool that is very comfortable to wear. The cut is a play on the loose sculptural styles of the fifties with lots of volume. The collar is bold and pointed and each sleeve is finished with a simple hem and left wide. All the volume