Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Juniper (16, M) Coats The ceramic shows Adam and

The ceramic shows Adam and Eve as well as the deceptive snake with an apple in its mouth

and a very low drop crotch making them perfect for yoga or for general lounging

used as an accompaniment to a larger ensemble

brings out some of the incredible traditional clothing that is still worn by men and women alike

surrounded by wonderfully patterned animals

Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Juniper (16, M) Coats The ceramic shows Adam andThis 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