Vintage Christian Dior Black Silk Satin Turban hat Missoni taking advantage of the gorgeous

taking advantage of the gorgeous gathered neckline to place it on—or off—the shoulders

Along the cuffs and hem

It bears a label reading “Made in France

Generous gathered long sleeves complete the silhouette

it references all the signatures of the regal silhouette

Vintage Christian Dior Black Silk Satin Turban hat Missoni taking advantage of the gorgeousTurban style hats have been incorporated into western fashion since British aesthetes began questioning restrictive dress during the 19th century. During the mid 20th century, everyone from Queen Elizabeth to Audrey Hepburn wore variations on this theme. This early 1960s era turban from Christian Dior was likely worn with a posh skirt suit and arched eyebrows. Made from a black silk satin, the hats controlled ruching and wrapping is kept tidily intact