Boudoir Bonnet, ca. 1890

The boudoir bonnets or lingerie caps of the 1920s were an enchanting accessory for intimate women's fashion - a mixture of functionality and playful elegance. They were worn in the bedroom, often when applying make-up, doing hair or sleeping. It was used to protect the hairstyle or simply to look stylish.

Bonnet worn by the lady of the house in the boudoir. Origin: England. Embroidered initials of the wearer. Ruffles in the forehead area. Original chin straps. In very good condition.