Iconic Fall 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Deep Purple Hooded Cape w Braided Edges & Tassel Details Dresses It feels like wool silk

It feels like wool silk mix and it has a touch of weight to it so that it holds the shape

You also get a lot for your money with vintage versions as the cost of current Haute Couture has skyrocketed

The pants flare out when they do eventually reach their hems and they are wide all the way down the leg

But if you have been looking for something that is a statement piece this is it

Fully lined in a second layer of the same silk chiffon and slips on to wear

Iconic Fall 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Deep Purple Hooded Cape w Braided Edges & Tassel Details Dresses It feels like wool silkThis fantastic cape is from the Fall 1976 collection and several versions of it were produced that season including this deep purple one. We have included photos from the runway pieces here and we also found an ad campaign shot with its twin in what looks to be a lighter colour and included that for you to see as well. I personally have several versions of his capes myself and have worn them countless times. It is literally the perfect thing to pop