Iconic Fall 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Deep Purple Hooded Cape w Braided Edges & Tassel Details Dresses Fully lined in a second

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

It has a simple hook closure to hold it in place and below that dangles elaborate beaded cords that end in a splay of chiffon and beads

I love both versions but I think I prefer this lower V neckline when it comes to actually wearing it

Willi loved print and you can see that in this fantastic jumpsuit

Iconic Fall 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Deep Purple Hooded Cape w Braided Edges & Tassel Details Dresses Fully lined in a secondThis 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