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Vintage 1960s Inverness Black Velvet French Cape
Vintage 1960s Inverness Black Velvet French Cape
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Presenting this rare 1960s Black Velvet Inverness-Cape.
Discover the essence of timeless sophistication with our french 1960s Black Velvet Inverness-Style Cape. Meticulously crafted from premium cotton velvet, this cape epitomizes vintage elegance.
The deep black velvet exudes a sense of refined grace, while the inverness-style design offers a classic silhouette that stands the test of time. The gold and black button-down fastening adds a touch of understated luxury.
This cape is more than a fashion statement; it's a symbol of enduring style and sophistication and more recently a signature style of C hanel and Y S L . Whether you're attending a formal affair or elevating your daily attire on a winters day this piece effortlessly exudes vintage charm that will remain forever timeless
Elevate your wardrobe with the 1960s Black Velvet Inverness-Style Cape – a timeless addition that captures the spirit of a bygone era. Embrace sophistication in its purest form.
Suitable for sizes 8-14
Provenance France
Label Unsigned.
Size Guide
Size Guide
We take pride in providing accurate measurements with an approximation of modern UK with an International equivalent size chart below sizing to help you when choosing your purchase and will fit properly as often vintage sizes differ significantly from modern sizes.
It is also very helpful if you are aware of your own particular dimensions. If you're not sure, you may easily approximate them by measuring an item of clothes from your own wardrobe that fits well and is laid flat.
Below is how we measure for TOPS, DRESSES, JUMPSUITS, JACKETS, AND OUTERWEAR)
Bust - Measured by doubling the width from armpit to armpit across the front of the garment.
Waist - Measured by doubling the width from one side of the waistband to the other.
Sleeve - Measured from the shoulder to the cuff. Shoulder - Measured from shoulder seam to shoulder seam.
Length - Measured from the collar or top mid of the shoulder to the garment's hem.
We measure all our items flat and use the guide below
If you need further help please get in touch and we can give you advice on the best size and fit through the chat facility on the website, just press the green CHAT with us button
| UK SIZE | BUST | WAIST | UK SIZE | EU SIZE | US Size | |||
| INCHES | CM | INCHES | CM | |||||
| XXS | 6 | 32 | 80.5 | 25 | 62.5 | 6 | 36 | 2 |
| XS | 8 | 33 | 83 | 26-27 | 65 | 8 | 38 | 4 |
| Small | 10 | 35 | 88 | 28-29 | 70 | 10 | 40 | 6 |
| Medium | 12 | 37 | 93 | 30-31 | 75 | 12 | 42 | 10 |
| Large | 14 | 39 | 98 | 32 | 80 | 14 | 44 | 12 |
| Xlarge | 16 | 41 | 103 | 33 | 85 | 16 | 48 | 14 |
How we measure
How we measure
Our items are measured flat and we use a tape measure.
Bust - Measured by doubling the width from armpit to armpit across the front of the garment.
Waist - Measured by doubling the width from one side of the waistband to the other.
Length - Measured from the collar or top of the shoulder to the garment's hem.
Mannequin & Model
Both our mannequins are a UK size 6-8 and stand 5ft 7 inches tall
Jen is a UK Size 10
