I wore it once to a gallery opening where someone asked if I was the artist. The shoulders gave me presence. The sequins caught the light like a flashbulb. A few are missing now — a reminder it’s lived a little.
This rare Jeanette Kastenberg bolero is bold in all the right ways. The sequins are hand-sewn, the shape is sculptural, and the print walks the line between animal and abstract — exactly where it wants to be.
Designer: Jeanette Kastenberg for St. Martin Era: 1980s Design: Hand-sewn black + white sequins in abstract animal (cow) print Structure: Cropped with strong padded shoulders Closure: Open front with hidden hook-and-eye Lining: Fully lined for comfort Size: Best fits S/M Condition: Excellent vintage (5 sequins missing; left as is to preserve character)
