Vintage Dressing Gown Smoking Robe – Purple Blue Rayon Brocade Size L XL missouri regiment the fabric has a soft

the fabric has a soft stretch with subtle shimmer woven throughout the geometric pattern

This vest was well cared for and stored over the years

This is a large Native American wastepaper basket made of ash splint and trimmed with “Hong Kong” cord roping at the rim and handles

Difficult to know for sure

it exemplifies the “Swinging London” aesthetic that Frank Usher helped popularize during the era

Vintage Dressing Gown Smoking Robe – Purple Blue Rayon Brocade Size L XL missouri regiment the fabric has a softThis vintage brocade dressing gown or smoking robe is made from a richly patterned purplish raspberry and blue woven brocade fabric with substantial weight and excellent drape. The fabric appears to be rayon brocade, which was commonly used for dressing gowns and smoking robes in the mid 20th century because of its silk like sheen and heavier structure. The robe features a shawl collar, turned cuffs, belt closure, and patch pockets with decorative