Vintage 1940s Black Felt Hat Heart Shaped Broad Brim Halo Beret 1940s Skirt particularly in groups to the

particularly in groups to the right shoulder

Has been thoroughly steamed & brushed prior to listing but a slightly musty storage smell remains

holes & fraying on the cuff fold from rubbing on the shoes - 2 small holes on the rear left about 6" down from the waist & another on the back right thigh (see close ups with pins) - on close examination a few other pinholes which the camera couldn't see - a subtle patch of faint discolouration/yellowing at the crotch -  minor discolouration & some marks to the linings & pocket bags

Size: Suggested UK XS/S shown on a mannequin with a 34" bust (please check measurements below)

Sleeve length pit to cuff: 19 1/2” (49

Vintage 1940s Black Felt Hat Heart Shaped Broad Brim Halo Beret 1940s Skirt particularly in groups to theA striking vintage c. 1940s black felt hat somewhat in the halo beret genre, with broad heart shaped brim. The hat is handmade from a single piece of felt, cunningly shaped, folded, stitched & creased, is trimmed with bands & a false bow of folded grosgrain ribbon, & has a petersham inner headband; it is intended to sit toward the back of the head. NB: the model is for display purposes only, & is not included :) Please study the photographs carefully