One of Two Identical 1970s Malcolm Starr Red Zipper Front Coats w Applique & Braiding Detail SZ MED designer-ronald-amey The bodice is simple and

The bodice is simple and gorgeous - it is cut with a touch of ruching down the front to create a slight V neck and the cut is loose and flattering - a throw back to the forties

The waist is set to have a slight drape to it as it wraps around you

Under the ruffles that trail down the front and on the shoulder is an iridescent pink organza that when you moves gives it a nice extra pop of color

It is made from an early rayon jersey that has a touch of stretch to it so is very easy to wear

One of Two Identical 1970s Malcolm Starr Red Zipper Front Coats w Applique & Braiding Detail SZ MED designer-ronald-amey The bodice is simple andThis is one of two identical coats landing in the shop today. The only difference its that one is a medium (this one) and the other is a small. This is from the time period that Youssef Rizkallah headed the company. Youssef joined the Malcolm Starr label in 1969 and remained as the head designer until 1975. The years that Youssef headed the line are among some of my favorites and in particular his pieces that utilize quilting and patchwork, like these