Pale Pink 1950s 50s Straw Half Hat Velvet The shape defining nipped waist

The shape defining nipped waist and padded shoulders give this piece that distinctive and desirable 1940s silhouette

The jacket is in good condition with a number of pin holes on the sleeve and a couple of expertly applied darns to the bodice and collar of the blazer as pictured

however the lining is coming away on one side and there is some bobbling to the straw as pictured

Both the jacket and skirt have a rear vent to allow manoeuvrability

Pale Pink 1950s 50s Straw Half Hat Velvet The shape defining nipped waistThis gorgeous little hat was made from pale pink straw in the 1950s. It comes in a classic 1950s half hat style, which perches on top of the head and is held in place using the looped sections at the side which can be pinned to the hair using bobby pins. Inside, the hat has a makers label for La Rose, New York. Due to the style, this hat fits a variety of head sizes. The hat is in very good condition throughout.