Sequin & Lace Victorian Cape designer-sonia-rykiel When it first arrived I

When it first arrived I almost passed on it - it was a crumpled flattened mess

There is the slightest of dulling to the patent under one arm where it has rubbed from being tried on

The front has a sexy plunged cowl feel neckline and then waist nips in

The skirt is to the ground and there is lots of fabric in it - its flat pleated around the waist in bit exaggerated pleats which give it lots of that fantastic fabric

This is because of the clever use of fabric

Sequin & Lace Victorian Cape designer-sonia-rykiel When it first arrived IA stunning example of the meticulous craftsmanship that clothes making once entailed. This beautiful piece is a marvel of design and intricate workmanship. On overlay of netting has applied sequins around the entire cape. This is over a jet black silk base. Layers of tattered lace and embroidered edged netting create a dramatic ruffle at the hem! This same lace sweeps up the front! A big lightly boned stand up velvet collar frames the face and it is