Men’s waistcoat

Dark blue watered silk collared waistcoat with long lapels down to four buttons woven from the same material, welt pockets. Brown cotton back with buckled strap, buff cotton lining.

Watered silk is also known as moire silk. Using high pressure and steam rollers, wavy patterns are embossed onto the fabric which creates an effect much like water.

Length 590mm, width 450mm.

Materials

Associations

Silk satin, cotton