Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Zephyr (10, XS) Mallahs this skirt blends artisanal heritage

this skirt blends artisanal heritage with contemporary shape for an effortlessly stylish wardrobe staple

Using a hammer and chisel the main shape is carved out

and the piece carries with it the history and tradition of a textile culture that stretches back centuries

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This elegant waterfall skirt cascades in soft folds

Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Zephyr (10, XS) Mallahs this skirt blends artisanal heritageThis style of waistcoat is associated with the nomadic Kuchi and Pashtun people of Afghanistan and were worn by everyone regardless of wealth, and depending on the design and fabrics, they were worn as anything from everyday wear to wedding attire. However, during the 1960's, and 70's when Afghanistan was a popular place on the "Hippy Trail" westerners adapted the traditional dresses of the area to suit the hippy image, which mixed embroideries and