BELLE O' THE BALL Hoops, vintage 1940s collapsible hoop frame crinoline petticoat, Clayton Mfg. Co, plastic skirt hoop for travel w/ case icy silver green gow vintage 1970s RAKSHA Silk Caftan

vintage 1970s RAKSHA Silk Caftan dress

Make a cuff or let down

Deep midnight navy blue

1960s sheer double layer chiffon white poncho cape loungewear

Quilting threads have some pops

BELLE O' THE BALL Hoops, vintage 1940s collapsible hoop frame crinoline petticoat, Clayton Mfg. Co, plastic skirt hoop for travel w/ case icy silver green gow vintage 1970s RAKSHA Silk Caftanvintage 1950s BELLE O' THE BALL Hoops, collapsible hoop frame crinoline petticoat, Clayton Mfg. Co, plastic skirt hoop for travel w case I never cease to be amazed by this work of art and engineering. Created and patented in 1947 by Mary Tom Clayton out of plastic and cotton, this hoop was meant to be easily transported during traveling. So special, one now resides at the MET. Cotton straps wrap around the waist and fasten with a series of snaps.