Original Late 1950s 50s Vintage Black Velvet Hat Mayfair A second matching bias trim

A second matching bias trim was used slightly further up the hat to mirror the line of the edge

however there is some light staining to the collar

which gives the jacket a gentle bustle back effect

however there are a number of marks as pictured

Original Late 1950s 50s Vintage Black Velvet Hat Mayfair A second matching bias trimThe lovely hat was made from sumptuous black velvet in the 1950s. It is fashioned as a cap to fit closely to the wearers hat. The hat features a decorative mock upturned brim at the front which sweeps around the hat, terminating in a sharp point at the back of the hat. This has been created through the use of shiny soutache cord to delineate the mock detailing. A black button decorates the side of the hat. Inside, there is a black grosgrain hat band