1960s Levantine Long Embroidered Dress

1960s Levantine Long Embroidered DressA striking example of traditional Levantine embroidery, this long black cotton thobe features dense cross stitch embroidery in vivid shades of crimson, magenta, and orange, with small green accents along the shoulders and sleeves. The geometric motifs stylised tree and amulet forms are characteristic of dresses made across the greater JordanPalestine region during the late 1960s to 1970s, a time when traditional needlework met modern materials and

Founded in the UK in the 1970s

vibrant green

75 inTotal length (shoulder→hem): 79 cm / 31

and artisan-made in spirit

Perfect for both stage and street — a true statement piece that channels pure glam attitude

A few minor signs of wear consistent with age

ConditionExcellent

autumnal tones

when young women were embracing shorter hemlines and sharper silhouettes as part of the broader fashion liberation movement

At the lower skirt

Some light scratching / wear to the silver paint on the buttons

maintaining that wearable blend of comfort and artistry