Early 1970s Roberto Cavalli Denim & Painted Leather Jacket designer-rosie-assoulin Under these the bodice is

Under these the bodice is simple and skims over the waist

floral print silk chiffon and everything about it is spectacular

5" from seam to seam (slight intentional drop)

plump edges

Early 1970s Roberto Cavalli Denim & Painted Leather Jacket designer-rosie-assoulin Under these the bodice isNow the Roberto Cavalli label is associated with fantastical jersey gowns and elaborate prints, but when Roberto started as a young designer his love was in textile designs. Very early in his career he invented a process where he was able to transfer prints and paints onto leather and became known for his leather work after his first collection was presented in 1972 (the other jacket I am listing along with this one is a museum quality example of that