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Era: Late 1930s–early 1940s This beret sits squarely in the transition period between Art Deco restraint and early wartime practicality. Lace appliqué on felt berets appears most commonly just before WWII, when decorative elements became smaller, darker, and more integrated rather than flamboyant. Style: Beret Fit: Soft, shallow crown with relaxed drape Profile: Sits flatter than a cloche, not face-hugging Top: Central stem/button detail Material: Felt (likely wool felt) Color: Deep brown Decoration: Black lace appliqué patches Construction: Soft-structured, pliable felt body Decorative Details Black lace appliqué panels arranged around the body Lace features geometric and floral motifs Applied sparingly, allowing the felt to remain dominant This kind of lace placement was fashionable for women who wanted elegance without fragility. It reads refined, slightly moody, and very wearable. Intended Use Daytime to early evening wear Historically worn for: City wear and errands Travel Casual social outings Cooler weather styling Condition: Very good vintage condition. Felt shows minor surface wear consistent with age. Lace appliqué appears intact with no major losses or tears observed.