Rendered in the most incredible brocade, depicting mountain ranges, pagodas, rivers and trees, in a palette of gold lurex set against a background of cream and champagne , this original 1950's jacket is the perfect statement piece for your vintage collection.
The high rounded mandarin style collar, is edged with cream piping and draws together centrally with a hook and eye. The simple shoulder line, sets off the full length inset sleeves. The elegant straight line cut of the jacket, boasts decorative cream rayon frog buttons along either side of the front of the neckline, which draw the eye to the edge to edge cut. Finished with pockets along either side of the front of the jacket at waist height and small side slits along each side seam. This jacket is lined in cream rayon.
Label: None
Measurements of the Jacket
Shoulder to Hem : 27.5 inches
Armpit to Armpit: up to 42 inches
Waist: up to 40 inches
Shoulder to end of sleeve: 22 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder: 17 inches
Size: UK 14 US 10
Fastenings: a single hook and eye
Condition: This jacket is in near perfect vintage condition. A few very small and light scattered age marks along the rayon lining. Light and gentle yellowing to the piped edges of the collar . Gentle discolouration along the top of the shoulders, this appears ever so slightly darker. Gentle thread wear to the decorative frog features. These minor details are not apparent when the jacket is being worn and only noticeable upon closer inspection. Please refer to the photographs, as they form part of the condition report.
Washing instructions: This garment can be hand washed in cool water
Fabric: Rayon Brocade, Brocade Lined, Lurex Thread
Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.
Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure you favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
