Friday, 18 July 2014

Caftan Liberation: How An Ancient Fashion Set Modern Women Free

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On Jimmy Kimmel this April, 'Mad Men' goddess Christina Hendricks declared the caftan her garment of choice, as she bestowed upon us mere mortals the delightful concept of the caftan-and-casserole party.

But where did these divine maxi dresses, that manage to both obscure and caress the body, come from? Collectors Weekly looked into the caftan's sinuous history from ancient Mesopotamia to boho chic.

(thanks Lisa)

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