Best 1970s Valentino Four Pocket Tie Belt Jacket w Tailored Shorts Set & Gold V Logo Buttons designer-bill-gibb There is an added panel

There is an added panel of silk that begins just under that stunning clasp and this is cut so that it falls past the hem for a beautiful trailing effect

Each sleeve on the jacket has a cuff of feathers that match the hem on the skirt

extended and trained sleeves

Below the waist the skirt billows out and flows to the ground in a beautiful cascade of fabric

This is truly an extraordinary piece of modern couture and is exceptionally beautiful

Best 1970s Valentino Four Pocket Tie Belt Jacket w Tailored Shorts Set & Gold V Logo Buttons designer-bill-gibb There is an added panelI have had this tucked away for many many years and it still one of the most favourite Valentino pieces I have ever come across. I have always hoped to be able to firmly date it with a reference photo and perhaps one day I will send one to the new owner still. It is just a spectacular piece from this time period of Mr Valentino's work. It perfectly represents what he was doing for his ready to wear boutique label during this time period and it is the