1960s Unlabeled Leopard Printed Faux Fur Velveteen Belted Cape designer-james-galanos The buttons has engraved little

The buttons has engraved little "x" in them

He worked under the great Charles James at the beginning of his career as a designer and you can see that influence in his later ball gowns

Front top stitched pockets and long vertical seams add detailing

The bodice has sequin work that was hand applied and the edges are all done with pretty faux pearls

It is sleeveless and slips on with no closures

1960s Unlabeled Leopard Printed Faux Fur Velveteen Belted Cape designer-james-galanos The buttons has engraved littleThis sixties cape may have no label but it is still quite wonderful. It is very well made and nothing beats a great cape. They are so versatile. The leopard print has been applied to a plush, soft velveteen and this really gives the print depth and texture. It also gives the cape just enough weight so that the lines are held perfectly when it is on but doesn't make it feel heavy or unwieldy. The leopard print acts like a neutral in that you can pair