Image 1 of 8
Image 2 of 8
Image 3 of 8
Image 4 of 8
Image 5 of 8
Image 6 of 8
Image 7 of 8
Image 8 of 8
-
In the dim, shadowed room, the white cape hung silently from a hook, its presence like a ghost from a distant, forgotten past—one steeped in suffering, agony, and silent torment. Made of silk and wool, the fabric itself seemed to whisper of times long gone, yet forever etched into the seams of its design. Four straps, each adorned with red buckles, draped heavily from the cape’s shoulders. They were relics of an era where such restraints were employed not only to confine, but perhaps to preserve an elusive balance between chaos and control—an attempt to anchor a fragile order amidst the storm. This cape, both haunting and beautiful, carries the weight of its history, a delicate, unsettling reminder of a world where pain and precision once coexisted in tense harmony.
Handcrafted from a vintage 50s/60s silk-wool blend, a treasure rare to find today, this fabric was meticulously selected and cut to honor every stain and mark, each one a silent testament to the passage of time. These imperfections, woven into the very fibers, transform the piece into a rich tapestry of history, concept, and meaning. Adorned with one-of-a-kind, original 60s red buckles, each detail plays a vital role in telling its story—preserving a level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that has long been lost to modernity. The internal seams are delicately finished with red satin bias ribbon, a technique passed down from the hands of seasoned tailors. This thoughtful refinement is not just a sign of skill, but a reflection of a deep respect for the art of tailoring—a quiet symbol of research, care and reverence for tradition.
-
60% Wool
40% Silk
Most of the garments are made with original vintage fabrics, accessories and materials that are consciously selected for their ruined aspect. Every defect, mark, cut or stain is placed there on purpose and is part of the design and the aesthetic of the garment.
-
-Dry clean only
This garment is completely handmade and hand finished and it’s made with vintage original materials, fabrics and accessories. Please take extra care in the treatment and washing process as it may be more prone to get ruined.
-
Neckline circumference: 48cm
Shoulder lenght: 17cm
Shoulder width: 59cm
Bust circumference: 120cm
Waist circumference: 120cm
Hips circumference: 120cm
Total garment lenght: 93cm
Every garment is developed with a particular size for two main reasons:
o an aesthetic and proportional research.
o the piece of fabric chosen for the garment was only big enough to fit that particular size.
Every garment can be adjusted to better fit your measurements and body type. Please check very well the measurements we’ve provided for you and if you feel like any part of the garment may need to be adjusted please let us know and we’ll fix it for you before shipping (paid service: let us know what adjustment you need and we’ll get back to you with a quotation). Once the garment has been adjusted to your specific measurments it can no longer be returned. If anything’s off please let us know and, if possible, we’ll fix it.
Garment Measurements: if this garment doesn’t fit you at all and/or is of a completely different size than yours please feel free to contact us! We’ll be more than happy to make you a tailor made garment with a similar style and your specific measurements for the same price you see on our website.