Interesting Vest Aging

[Esteban Kelly]

Looks like a late 40s zipper but the bust seams are on the leather. I initially thought it was a zipper front vest and 60s. Any info is appreciated. Very thin layer of leather and lining is not sewn down and feels like rayon to me.

 

[retro ruth]

Could it have been a dress that was cut into a top? Can't tell from your photos whether the hem and zip sewing is original.

I ask because I've had a few tops that were originally dresses but someone had cut off the skirt, probably because it was a slim skirt that didn't fit.

If so the zip would likely be a replacement, and someone might have used an older zipper for that.

 

[Esteban Kelly]

It looks like original hem tape looks like it has original hem tape but could have also been added. Will upload some more photos.