A caftan is a glamorous maxi dress, a de rigueur part of a fashionable wardrobe here in the Palm Beaches.  You don’t need to live in Palm Beach or Beverly Hills to add some special caftans to your wardrobe.  Rachel Zoe has famously made the look attainable for glam girls everywhere.  Whether you plan to wear yours at home, entertaining a few friends or a very special someone, or to bring to your tropical vacation next winter for poolside lounging, the caftan will add comfort and glamour to your resort wardrobe.  Channel Elizabeth Taylor in Puerto Vallarta with an authentic 1960s caftan – or just turn heads at this year’s Hampton’s farewell to summer bash.  Rest assured that noone else will be wearing the same caftan or resort ensemble by choosing an authentic vintage version.

The selection shown below is available at the OgoVintage etsy shop.

Paganne by Gene Berk maxi dress with Native American motif

Tetoran embroidered textile from Lolitte’s Boutique circa 1960s and moire satin with passimenterie trim from Morocco circa 1970s

Embroidered Moroccan caftan circa 1970s and a yellow lace version circa 1970s

The ultimate entertaining caftan is a heavy gold brocade with lavish ribbon and velvet trim and a 70s Tegaki hand painted caftan made in Hong Kong and sold through Bergdorf Goodman

Lightweight vintage kimono circa 1970s and Indian silk tunic dress both serve as caftan alternatives

The women of Palm Beach know the secrets of casual resort dressing, with comfort AND glamour in mind.  The first rule is comfort, as seen in this vintage THE LILLY Pulitzer pleated caftan.  Toss this caftan over your swimsuit for afternoon cocktails poolside or wear it at a romantic al fresco dinner for two.

THE LILLY vintage caftan available on the OgoVintage etsy shop

Versatility is an important component of Palm Beach resort style.  A wrap skirt that moves easily from poolside to lunch with friends is chic enough to pack for a winter tropical trip.  At OgoVintage, you may choose between the BILL BLASS red wrap ruffled jersey or the black and white border print St. Maxine by Anthony Perrotti, both circa 1970s and in pristine vintage condition.

BILL BLASS red vintage skirt with Oscar de la Renta ribbon jacket @OgoVintage etsy shop

St. Maxine designed by Anthony Perrotti @ OgoVintage etsy shop

Add instant style by layering this vintage Oscar de la Renta sheer jacket over your bathing suit poolside or over a cotton sundress for an afternoon of shopping on Worth Ave.

Oscar de la Renta vintage georgette sheer jacket with ribbon trim @OgoVintage etsy shop