1960s Pedro Rodriguez Jumpsuit & SIlk Chiffon Cape

This incredibly fun and dramatic jumpsuit and cape set was most likely meant as beach wear. Pedro Rodriquez was a couturier based in Spain that became as famous in that country as his more globally known contemporary, Balenciaga. Rodriquez designed from the late twenties through to the early 70s and had his own boutiques throughout Spain. From what I can gather this was done under a sub-label to be sold as a more "ready to wear" line in the boutiques, and its inspiration was taken in the same spirit of the Formfit Rogers done with Pucci during this same time period of fashion. Made of a printed nylon jersey the jumpsuit has little straps and a formed bust. The pants are cut wide and full, and each then ties harem style at the ankle. The cape is hooded and made of a semi-sheer chiffon in a matching print. The hood is fabulous and I love the sherbert color combination of yellows and pinks mixed with pops of a soft blue. Really fabulous and dramatic and one of those unique pieces you only find in vintage! Excellent condition.

Both pieces are unlined. The jumpsuit slips on with ties at each ankle and the cape has a tie at the neck

Jumpsuit
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from top of shoulder to cuff
Inseam: 30"

Cape:
Length: 58"
Will fit a variety of sizes.

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD2068

Reference Photos: Ad in Vogue February 15, 1966. (Pedro Rodríguez from Spain, Norman Hartnell from Britain, Sorelle Fontana from Italy and Jacques Heim from France created these spectacular nightgowns for Celanese Nylon fiber)

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.