A rare and spectacular vintage Thea Porter evening coat, crafted in London circa early 1970s. This heavily embellished sleeveless coat embodies the exotic opulence and bohemian glamour that defined Porter’s work and made her a favourite among aristocrats, socialites, and 1970s style icons.

Fashioned from richly woven black and gold brocade with a detailed paisley motif, the piece is elevated by hand-applied sequins, beads, and metallic embroidery — hallmarks of Thea Porter’s couture-level craftsmanship. Fully lined in golden silk chiffon, the coat fastens with discreet hooks at the bodice before falling open in Porter’s signature fluid silhouette.

Designed to layer over ethereal chiffon gowns or tailored silk trousers, this coat captures the Middle Eastern influences that shaped Porter’s most sought-after designs. Similar examples reside in the permanent collections of the V&A Museum and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, underscoring the rarity and cultural significance of a piece of this calibre.

Label: Thea Porter, London

Provenance: Private collection

Era: Early 1970s

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear; all embellishment appears intact.

Measurements,

Best fits size UK 6

Shoulders: 28cm

Bust: 40cm

Waist: 38cm

Length: 113cm