1970s Silver Sequin Butterfly Cape or Top designer-jean-patou The braided piping detail that

The braided piping detail that runs around the waist and adds to the illusion of a nipped in waistline is utterly fantastic

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There are two faint rust spots on the fabric but both are under the waist band so you only see them when you are putting the dress on - once on and fastened they are hidden

The sequins at first glance appear to be a combination of a glossy jet black missed with glossed steel greys but the greys are actually tinged with a slight turquoise shade - this gives them remarkable shimmer and the sense of life with the slightest of movements of the wearer

1970s Silver Sequin Butterfly Cape or Top designer-jean-patou The braided piping detail thatI adore this fabulous little cape that is crafted to look like a butterfly it is one of those amazing little pieces you can only find with vintage. These were all the rage during the seventies and you now will find them in varying degrees of quality. This is one of the very well done ones, completely hand made and quite fabulous. The black silk chiffon base is entirely covered in glossy silver and black sequins mixed and edged with tube beads. The