Crochet and Shell Headgear

Discussion in 'Textiles, Needle Arts, Clothing' started by 2manybooks, Dec 16, 2025 at 3:56 PM.

  1. 2manybooks

    2manybooks Well-Known Member

    Google search turns up examples said to be vintage 1970s. Does anyone have any familiarity with a decorative headdress such as this? It is obviously "ethnic", but I don't believe it is actually tribal. The black base fabric is crochet, made with what looks like a synthetic cordage.

    Thanks.

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    2manybooks, Dec 16, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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  2. evelyb30

    evelyb30 Well-Known Member

    I think it's even newer than that. It's pure Disco Goddess, but the cording/shell thing doesn't look that old. I'd say 90s or even later.
     
    evelyb30, Dec 16, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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  3. Debora

    Debora Well-Known Member

    Agree. Black wasn't a disco color.

    Debora
     
    Debora, Dec 16, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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  4. evelyb30

    evelyb30 Well-Known Member

    It would be a killer piece for someone with alopecia or chemo hair loss.
     
    evelyb30, Dec 16, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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    Bronwen, Dec 16, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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