90s Floor Length Black Duster Coat, Joshua Tree California Brand

A long sweep of black that does all its talking in silhouette: floor grazing, sleeveless, cut as a duster vest coat you throw over or under anything. A single clasp gathers it at the center; the rest falls open and moves with you. The pockets are deep enough to lose your hands, your keys, someone else's hands.

From Joshua Tree California, a label that trades in the easy, sun bleached minimalism of the high desert: long lines, soft drape, nothing fussy. It reads as contemporary West Coast resort wear, the kind of layering piece designed to look equally right over a slip dress or swimwear.

Estimated era: estimated 1990's, judging by the fabric, tag, and seller confirmation. Bought in a vintage shop in Lower East Side, NYC.

Materials: soft drapey cotton knit

Size & fit: long and lean; drapes open as a layering vest. Best fits sizes S / M or L / XL if left open

Patina note: One of one. Carrying the soft patina that only time can give; significant flaws are always detailed above.

Model is a size 4 (S/M), 5'11, 26" waist, 38.5" hips.