50's Unique Black and Red Rayon Velvet Checkerboard Hat bootleg These are as-found - I

These are as-found - I did not do any artificial distressing to these babies

inner button closure

Navy blue w white rope print and red cuffs and sailor color

Side Elastic

-Cropped jacket

50's Unique Black and Red Rayon Velvet Checkerboard Hat bootleg These are as-found - IFrom a whimsical and creative hat maker's imagination, comes this checkers inspired gem I've held onto this Bes Ben style piece for many, many years and it is one very special piece that is difficult to let go of, from the archive, however, the time has come This unique toque style hat is made of a rayon velvet. The sides are black, with the rim finished in a bright red velvet. The top surface was created by weaving together these red and black velvet