Rare 1960s Sybil Connolly Crochet Cape Sold The cut is classic Ossie

The cut is classic Ossie - a deep and plunging neckline that you can leave open or button all the way so it becomes an almost Victorian feel neckline and a high empire waist

Even the one from the MET seems to have the same softening of the pleats and color through the arm area and I believe this occurs partly from age and partly as a result of the pleats being moved more in this area when worn

Fully lined in a white silky rayon and closes at the back with a cleverly placed zipper that follows the seam under the strap

Remarkable in terms of textile and texture and much better in person

The matching sash I have styled around the waist is extra long so you can style it at the neck or at the waist or anything else you can think up

Rare 1960s Sybil Connolly Crochet Cape Sold The cut is classic OssieSybil Connolly pieces are very rare things and this fantastic hand crocheted cape is one of two that I believe where made and the only other example is not labeled as this one is and a slightly different length. Hand done from a thick black yarn, it is tightly knitted crocheted to form a full cape that has open work deign near the hem The same open work pattern is picked up at the elaborate and dramatic hood that can been worn up or down to create a