1940s Jersey Tilt Hat with Drape strapless tiny covered decorative buttons down

tiny covered decorative buttons down the front and split peplum

1940 black rayon crepe dress with a mesh yoke studded with clear stones

40s goldtone metal mesh belt with a rectangular buckle with an embossed bow

including the waist tie

Bodice has a fitted waist panel with shirring at the bust for ease

1940s Jersey Tilt Hat with Drape strapless tiny covered decorative buttons down1940s tilt hat in a soft rayon jersey that's pleated over the body of the hat and releases in a drape covering the back of the head. Hat is lined in ivory satin with grosgrain trim. There is an elastic band to secure it to the head and the milliners signature is threaded onto the ribbon, looks like "Mme Viola" to me. Hat is in excellent vintage condition and the elastic still has spring.