Vintage 1963 Sophie of Saks Fifth Avenue Couture Green Dress & Cape Set #107

A true piece of Saks Fifth Avenue couture history. This exquisite emerald green dress and matching cape set was handcrafted in 1963 under the “Sophie of Saks Fifth Avenue” label — a couture subdivision known for its refined tailoring and custom designs for Saks clientele. Provenance & History This ensemble was custom-made by a Saks Fifth Avenue seamstress — the original owner’s great grandmother — who worked in the couture department. Each stitch tells the story of mid-century luxury fashion: the set was made to order, sewing machine & hand stitching, carrying the internal couture tag handwritten with Lot No. 107, indicating either a numbered commission or part of a very limited atelier series. Pieces like this were never mass-produced — many were one-of-a-kind designs crafted for private clients. Garment Details • Label: Sophie of Saks Fifth Avenue • Year: 1963 (confirmed by inner atelier tag) • Lot Number: 107 • Color: Deep emerald green • Material: Silk or silk-blend taffeta with couture lining • Construction: Hand-stitched throughout with select machine finishing • Dress: Fitted silhouette, short sleeves, square neckline, back zipper closure • Cape: Fully lined, weighted drape, pocketed with sleeve openings, decorative bow details (some missing) • Condition: Vintage pre-owned; light discoloration, minor thread wear, small hole and restoration recommended on portions of the cape’s bow detailing. continue in the comments