This vintage Sander Witlin Couture coat dress is defined by shaping seams to create a very flattering hourglass silhouette, reminiscent of Dior's New Look, complete with the nipped waist and sloped shoulders. From the estate of a New York social figure, I absolutely love this piece because it's so versatile, as it can be worn as outerwear (layered over something as a coat) or worn as a dress, fully buttoned with nothing under.
Sander Witlin began his career as a fine artist, working in New York for about twenty years as an artist and illustrator, before beginning to design clothing around 1980. His pieces were mostly one-off couture designs, catering to public figures and specific clientele in the entertainment industry. From 1986 to 2001, he had a salon on Madison Avenue where he worked with his clients. Indeed, this piece was custom-made for one of those very clients, a New York socialite, so it is one-of-a-kind and you won't find another.
The chocolate brown duchess satin is so gorgeous, with a luxe sheen. It features an organza underlay, peeking out at the collar and cuffs, giving a trompe l'oeil impression of a shirt layered underneath. (The fiber contents are not listed as it was custom made, but it feels like a silk satin and silk organza.) It's so well made, and the craftsmanship is evident in every detail. It is well-lined making it versatile to layer or wear on its own. It buttons down the front, and is finished with subtle shoulder pads, which round out the hourglass shape nicely.
Measurements: Will fit a range of sized depending on desired fit and how you would like to wear it; Will likely fit a size X-Small, Small, and Medium, but please refer to below measurements to be sure. Shown unpinned on a size X-Small and it's a bit oversized as a dress, but works as more of a coat/layering piece.
Shoulders: not defined/meant to be sloped (about 15" give or take)
Chest: about 40" (potentially some extra room because of V neckline and gathering)
Waist: 31"
Hips are open
Length: 43" from shoulder to hem
Sleeves: about 22.5"
Great vintage condition. One of the buttons is slightly misshapen but it is still fully functional and very much not noticeable when worn. With any questions about the specific condition or size, please email shop@verybreezy.com for additional photos or measurements, as all sales are final.
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