1930s Floral Silk Chiffon Cape Jacket/Bolero 1980s One underarm has been professionally

One underarm has been professionally repaired and reinforced on the inside of the dress

a rare departure from the more commonly seen bold contrasts

Likely handmade or tailor-made in the early 1930s — a time when rayon crepe became the fabric of choice for dresses that balanced refinement and practicality

can be worn open or closed and tightened

1930s Floral Silk Chiffon Cape Jacket/Bolero 1980s One underarm has been professionallyAn extraordinarily ethereal late 1930s silk georgette capelet in a painterly floral print against an inky black ground, scattered with soft pink, ivory, blue and butter yellow blooms. The silhouette is pure pre war romance fluid fluttering cape sleeves, a delicate neck tie fastening and dramatic drape that moves beautifully with the body. The construction of this piece strongly suggests genuine 1930s origin: entirely hand finished with French seams,