Whiting & Davis Vintage Chainmail Top

Vintage Whiting & Davis gold chainmail halter top in draped metal mesh with open back and adjustable leather ties.

Condition: Good vintage condition. Metal mesh remains intact and highly reflective. Leather ties show visible wear and slight degradation consistent with age; lower left tie is broken but still functional and able to be tied.

Whiting & Davis chainmail pieces are enduring icons of American fashion- merging craftsmanship, innovation, and cultural relevance. This top captures that legacy, offering a piece that reads as both garment and object.

Details:

• Designer: Whiting and Davis 
• Material: Metal chainmail and leather 
• Color: Gold
• Era: mid to late 1970's
• Closure: back ties
• Size: no size, adjustable

An iconic piece from Whiting and Davis, known for pioneering metal mesh garments, this top embodies the high-shine glamour of late 20th century eveningwear.

Constructed from fluid gold-tone chainmail, the silhouette drapes naturally across the body, creating a soft cowl neckline with reflective movement under light. The open back and halter design enhance the fluidity of the piece, allowing it to sit more like jewelry than traditional clothing.

Often associated with disco-era styling and Studio 54 references, Whiting & Davis chainmail remains one of the most recognizable and collectible textile innovations in fashion.

Ships with care from Archive by Kate.