This 1950's soft cream wool and Angora mix cardigan, embellished with pearlescent white rocaille beads and pearlescent beads with iridescent sequin and bead accents, is the perfect piece to keep the chill away.
The rounded neckline is framed by a border of pearlescent beads which in turn frames a contouring panel of pearlescent cream beads, this framework edges the neckline, cuffs, hemline and front of the cardigan. The simple shoulder line, sets off the 3/4 length inset sleeves, which are edged with ribbed cuffs. The sleeves are embellished with scattered sequins and beads, and finished with floral beaded patterns along each external side. The elegant cut, is accented by concealed hook and eye fastenings along the centre front, which are framed to each side by trailing floral designs in beadwork and a scattered pattern of sequins and beads. The back of the cardigan features a scattered floral beaded pattern. Finished with a scalloped hemline which is in turn embellished with border beadwork. This cardigan is lined in silk along the bodice.
Label: Gibbs Louis' Haute Couture, Orlando Florida
Measurements of the Cardigan
Armpit to Armpit: up to 40 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 21.5 inches
Shoulder to end of sleeve: 20.5 inches
Waist: up to 36 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder: 16.5 inches
Size: UK 12-14 US 8-10
Closures: This cardigan fastens down the centre front with 9 hook and eyes
Condition: This cardigan is in near perfect vintage condition, with light and natural sequin loss, this is not apparent when the cardigan is being worn.
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned
Fabric: 70% Lambs Wool, 20% Fur Fibre, 10% Nylon, Silk Lined , glass beads, sequins,
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.
