The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Talma \Tal"ma\, n.; pl. Talmas. [Prob. so called from Talma, a
   French actor.]
      (a) A kind of large cape, or short, full cloak, forming
          part of the dress of ladies.
      (b) A similar garment worn formerly by gentlemen.
          [1913 Webster]