…………………………..One form or another the Chatelaine dates back to the Roman times……..In the 16th Century the wealthy Dutch would wear watches hanging from chains. In the early 19th century in England. the head housekeepers [think Mrs Hughes of Downton Abbey], would wear a decorative hook or clasp that was attached to their belt from which hung chains attached to scissors, thimbles, a watch, and keys to the house which she was in charge of. Whatever item they needed to do their jobs was hung from their belts…..They later became elaborate decorative pieces hung from belts. They morphed into jewelry worn around the neck and on jackets. I did some chatelaines for Anne Klein years back. Some were very elaborate with rhinestones and pearls worn on evening jackets…………..For Linea I thought a chatelaine would be a wonderful fresh accessory for the BIG DEAL BLAZERS………………………..enjoy…………………….much Love…………………………..Louis