Sequin & Lace Victorian Cape designer-sonia-rykiel This is because of the

This is because of the clever use of fabric

The detailing is done top to bottom and it is a substantial piece that feels good and weighty when in the hand and yet sits comfortably when on

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

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

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Sequin & Lace Victorian Cape designer-sonia-rykiel This is because of theA 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