More of a combination garment than a brassiere, the patent dates this to 1935-1937. The patent is actually for the way the garment is cut so that it hugs the figure--something new for that time, I guess.
The brassiere is lined in cotton, and the rest of the garment is rayon knit. The straps are silk ribbon.
It closes on the side with hook and eye tape.
It actually looks very comfy, and quite a change from a corset.
The Sil-O-Ette Intl. Apparel Company is still in existence in Clearwater, FL, although their offerings now are run-of-the-mill fleecewear and t-shirts.
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