{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-bards-striped-caftan-housecoat-maxi-robe","title":"Vintage 1970s Bard's Striped Caftan Housecoat Maxi Robe Made in Canada","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage \u003cb\u003eBard's caftan-style housecoat or dressing gown\u003c\/b\u003e, dating most likely to the \u003cb\u003e1970s\u003c\/b\u003e, with a dramatic multicoloured striped design and a long, flowing silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe robe is fashioned in a textured knit fabric composed of \u003cb\u003e90% acetate and 10% nylon\u003c\/b\u003e, with a slightly nubby, looped surface that gives the material a tactile quality. The bold striped pattern combines \u003cb\u003edeep forest green, burnt orange, golden yellow, burgundy, cream, brown and black\u003c\/b\u003e, creating a wonderfully rich, autumnal colour palette characteristic of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is particularly effective in its arrangement of the stripes. Across the upper bodice, the stripes run horizontally, forming a rectangular yoke that extends across the bust. Below this, the fabric is arranged in long vertical and diagonal panels, creating dramatic \u003cb\u003echevron and inverted-V patterns\u003c\/b\u003e that extend towards the hem. The back features an especially striking arrangement of broad, converging chevrons, carefully matched to create a bold geometric effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe robe has a gently rounded neckline and a short front opening fastened with \u003cb\u003efour round, tan-coloured buttons, as well as a zipper that runs from the bodice to approximately 12 inches above the hemline\u003c\/b\u003e. Below the bodice, the garment falls loosely, creating a relaxed, flowing silhouette with considerable fullness towards the hem. \u003cb\u003eThere is a slash pocket built into each lower side.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shoulders are softly shaped, while the three-quarter-length sleeves are generously cut and finished with broad cuffs featuring vertically arranged stripes, contrasting with the horizontal stripes of the sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe robe extends to approximately ankle length, depending on the wearer's height, with a generously flared lower section and a hemline measuring approximately \u003cb\u003e84 inches in circumference\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/b\u003e The AI-generated model photograph is for illustrative purposes only. Please rely on the actual garment photographs for an accurate representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original label reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBARD'S\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCA 00913\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying content label indicates \u003cb\u003e90% acetate \/ 10% nylon\u003c\/b\u003e, with a marked size of \u003cb\u003eS (Small)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Bard's\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBard's was a Toronto clothing manufacturer established in \u003cb\u003e1938 by Joseph Henry Bardwell\u003c\/b\u003e, who had secured the Canadian licence for the exclusive use of Viyella, the well-known British textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company became associated with women's housecoats, dressing gowns and leisurewear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBardwell's daughter, \u003cb\u003eClaire Bardwell\u003c\/b\u003e, later known as \u003cb\u003eClaire Haddad\u003c\/b\u003e following her marriage in 1944, became one of Canada's best-known fashion designers. Specializing in elegant nightwear and coordinated lingerie sets, she was the first Canadian designer to receive a prestigious Coty Award and was associated with celebrity clients including Elizabeth Taylor, Mary Tyler Moore and Carol Burnett.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire Haddad continued designing for Bard's until establishing her own business in \u003cb\u003e1964\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular robe dates most likely to the 1970s, after Haddad's departure, and is \u003cb\u003enot attributed to her design\u003c\/b\u003e. Nevertheless, it represents the distinctive Canadian housecoat tradition with which the Bard's name became associated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabelled size Small.\u003c\/b\u003e Please refer to the following actual measurements for fit, as vintage sizing differs from modern standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShoulders:\u003c\/b\u003e 14 1\/2\" across from shoulder seam to shoulder seam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSleeves:\u003c\/b\u003e 19\" long from shoulder seam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSleeve inseam:\u003c\/b\u003e 15 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBust:\u003c\/b\u003e 38\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWaist:\u003c\/b\u003e 44\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHips:\u003c\/b\u003e 54\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHemline circumference:\u003c\/b\u003e 84\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/b\u003e 54\", measured at the centre back from the neck to the hemline\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are taken with the garment laid flat and doubled where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn excellent condition.\u003c\/b\u003e With crisp original labels, this garment appears to have seen little, if any, use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully colourful example of \u003cb\u003e1970s Canadian vintage loungewear\u003c\/b\u003e, distinguished by its dramatic geometric stripe arrangement, textured fabric and flowing caftan silhouette. Equally attractive as a vintage housecoat or a statement piece for relaxed bohemian dressing.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67655467729001,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Bards-Robe.jpg?v=1791819026","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/products\/vintage-1970s-bards-striped-caftan-housecoat-maxi-robe","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}