60s -70s MOUNTAIN ARTISANS COTTAGECORE PATCHWORK TOP & MAXI SKIRT MCM VTG EUC S

1960s - 1970s rare cottagecore quilted top & maxi skirt by Mountain Artisans. The black quilted fold over tie side top is decorated w a beautiful center log cabin patchwork, a square neckline w a floral print border, the floral edging is used for the lining & side ties. The black quilted high waisted skirt has two bands of floral fabric. The hem border & lining match the sets' top lining. In the late 1960s the cooperative, Mountain Artisans was started by a worker in the arts & crafts department of the West Virginia Department of Commerce, Florette Angel. Between 1968 - 1978 a group of quilters was formed to design & produce unique quilted goods & clothing. During the 10 year span of this artisan quilting coop group received federal assistance as an increasing trend in alternative lifestyles such as the back-to-the-earth movements. As the skilled quilting group attracted the interest of Sharon Percy Rockefeller (wife of John D. Rockefeller VI) who introduced the Mountain Artisans to Vogue editor Diana Vreeland & Oscar de la Renta. Introductions & beautiful fabric designs & quality clothing led to high-end stores like Joseph Magnin, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Ave & Montaldos to acquire & resell these garments. Brand: Mountain Artisans Material: Cotton Color: Black, Pink Size: S Closure: zip, button Care: Hand wash cold. Line dry Top: L:18" W:10" Skirt: Waist: 13" Hips: 20" Length:42” Cover model image is AI-generated for reference Tags:hippie, folk art, luxury, art to wear