One of the 100+ deadstock pieces was purchased from the daughter of the owner of Antonio’s Boutique, a shop that was located in Vernon, CT (USA) that closed in the late 70’s. According to his daughter, Antonio not only designed and manufactured many of the items for his boutique, but also worked at one time for American designer, Liz Claiborne.

This 70’s top can also double as a jacket if layering is your vibe and is one of Antonio’s Grass Roots designs. Like many garments from the 70’s, this piece draws inspiration from the 30’s – gathered at the shoulder petal sleeves, gathers at the bodice bust-line seam, center front insert fitted at the waist and falling to a peplum finish. The insert does not extend to the back. Instead, the back is darted, While the top has no collar, it does have a rounded lapel, which adds a soft touch to the design and closes in the front with four mother-of-peal buttons,

MEASUREMENTS: (S 4-6)
Bust: 35”
Front Underarm to Underarm Seam: 18 ½”
Shoulders: 14”
Waist: 28”
Length Shoulder Seam to Finish: 24 ½”
Sleeve Length Shoulder Seam to Finish: 10”

LABEL: Grass Roots

MATERIAL: Washable Light Weight Satin Fabric (no actual label, but most likely polyester or acetate, maybe a blend given the time period)

CONDITION: Excellent...deadstock so never worn, but I have laundered.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in North Branford, CT.