# 90s Carol Horn Workshop Black Sequined Elephant Embroidered Vest – M/L

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- Published: 2026-06-25T06:04:12-07:00
- Author: russ

A richly detailed 1990s Carol Horn Workshop Black Sequined Elephant Embroidered 
vest with a dramatic embroidered elephant motif and heavily embellished folk-art
feel. The black cotton base is covered in turquoise, pink, gold, and cream embroidery,
sequins, small reflective embellishments, floral accents, and ornate border trim.
The front features mirrored elephant motifs on each side, while the back has a large
central elephant medallion framed by swirling embroidery and floral sequin work.

The silhouette is open-front and slightly cropped, making it easy to layer over 
a tee, button-down, slip dress, or simple black base. It reads part bohemian artwear,
part 90s statement vest, and part global-inspired novelty piece.

Shown styled over a VERYRARE dinosaur graphic tee with brown corduroy trousers. 
Listing is for the **Carol Horn Workshop elephant vest only**.

**Details****
 
Brand: Carol Horn Workshop
 
Era: 1990s
 
Marked / Vintage Size:
M/L on shop tag; no sewn size tag visible
 
Estimated Modern US Size: Men’s M/L /
Unisex L
 
Size Basis: Estimated from shop tag and model fit. Ty is 5’10”, 175 lb,
wears a men’s Medium T-shirt and 40R suit jacket. Vest fits comfortably open over
a fitted tee.
 
Color: Black with turquoise, pink, gold, cream, and metallic accents


Material: 100% cotton per interior label
 
Closure: Open front / no visible closure


Lining: Black cotton interior
 
Hardware: Sequins, metallic embroidery, reflective
embellishments / mirror-style accents
 
Country of Origin: Made in Myanmar
 
Condition:
Good vintage condition with light surface wear, minor thread wear, and expected 
irregularity to hand / decorative embellishment. Some small areas of bead, sequin,
or embroidery wear may be present, consistent with age and embellished construction.
Presents beautifully.
 
Model: Ty — 5’10”, 175 lb, men’s Medium T-shirt, 40R suit
jacket, 31 waist, 31 inseam, shoe 8.5

**Measurements****
 
Measurements not provided.

**Fit Notes****
 
Marked / Vintage Size: M/L on shop tag; no sewn size tag visible


Estimated Modern US Size: Men’s M/L / Unisex L

Fits Ty comfortably open over a fitted T-shirt. Best estimated for a modern men’s
Medium to Large depending on desired fit, or a unisex Large. Because this is an 
open-front vest, fit is flexible through the chest, but flat measurements should
be used for best accuracy.

**Condition****
 
Good vintage condition. Visible light wear consistent with age,
including minor surface wear to the cotton base, softening to the interior, and 
possible small areas of bead, sequin, or embroidery loss / looseness. Embellishment
is ornate and intact overall, with strong visual presentation.

**Styling Notes****
 
Wear over a simple white tee and high-waisted cords for a 
maximalist vintage look, or style over a black silk blouse, slip dress, or crisp
button-down to let the embroidery stand out. This also works as a statement festival,
artwear, or stagewear layer.

**Shown with****
 
Styled with the VERYRARE dinosaur graphic tee and brown corduroy
trousers. These are styling pieces only and are not included unless listed separately.

**Curation Note****
 
Selected for its ornate 90s artwear energy, embroidered elephant
motif, vivid turquoise and pink scrollwork, and richly embellished construction.
A strong statement vest for collectors of novelty vintage, bohemian layers, and 
decorative 1990s pieces.

**Authenticity Note****
 
Brand, fiber content, and country of origin are taken 
from the interior label: Carol Horn Workshop, 100% cotton, made in Myanmar. Era 
is supported by the shop tag and design details.