VTG 1970s Bakalli Wool Dress & Sweater Set Leather Applique Mod Geometric Hong Kong M

Vintage 1970s Bakalli designer two-piece wool set, made in Hong Kong. Includes a fitted A-line sleeveless dress and a cropped long-sleeve sweater. Both pieces are detailed with bold black leather appliqués — the sweater features geometric circles, while the dress has leather circles at the hem and a striking front color-block pleat. Together, they form a high-impact mod look with endless styling potential.

Condition
Very good overall — both pieces freshly dry cleaned. There are several small moth holes and areas of light moth grazing that are not immediately noticeable when worn. Best suited for costume/design use or for a collector who can accept or repair these minor flaws.

Provenance Note
Bakalli (often labeled Bakelli) was a boutique brand in the 1970s producing fashion-forward knits in Hong Kong, often with mod styling and bold appliqué work. This set is a quintessential example of experimental 70s design that straddles mod and early disco aesthetics.

Style Aesthetics 🔥📈🌿

• Mod Revival

• WhimsyGoth meets Geometriccore

• Retro Futurism / 70s Club Scene

• Campcore statement set

• Sustainable vintage knitwear

Film & TV References

• American Hustle – 70s disco-meets-daywear styling

• Halston (Netflix) – bold shapes, New York nightlife aesthetic

• The Get Down – street style of 70s NYC

• Saturday Night Fever – disco-era flair

Styling Tips

• Wear the dress alone with tall boots for American Hustle vibes.

• Pair the cropped sweater with high-waisted trousers or jeans for retro street style.

• Together, the set is a statement option for photo shoots or period costuming.

Measurements (laid flat)

Dress

• Shoulder: 17"

• Bust: 36"

• Waist: 28"

• Hip: 40–44"

• Length: 41"

• Sleeve: n/a (sleeveless)

Sweater Top

• Bust: 40"

• Waist: 32"

• Length: 18"

• Sleeve: 24"

Approx. Modern Size
Marked size 14 (vintage). Fits closer to a modern Small–Medium (US 4–6).

Fit Guide (height/weight)
Best for approx. 5’4–5’7, 120–140 lbs. Dress is fitted through bust/waist; sweater has slight ease.

Fabric / Materials
100% wool knit with leather appliqué.

Sustainability Note
Sustainably vintage — 1970s wool knitwear with leather appliqué, not fast fashion.

Costuming CTA
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