Size 10 1940s Black Velvet Coat - 40s Evening Jacket with Gold Sequins Flower & Quilted Lining - Authentic WWII Era Formal Wear - Bust 38

$ 95.00

Elegant 1940s black velvet jacket with a bold sequined flower at the left chest. This open front evening coat has a small, simple point lapel and unfitted sleeves with soft shoulder pads and a champagne quilted lining.

Ladies' Size
10 to 11

Measurements
Bust 38 to 39, Waist up to 36, Hip 40; Shoulder to Shoulder 14.25, Sleeve Length 23, Neck to Hem 34.5 Inches

Era
1940s

Label
National Recovery Board label at inside seam

Materials
Black rayon velvet, champagne synthetic faille quilted lining (either rayon or acetate, or a blend of the two), gold metallic sequins in two styles/sizes

Closure
None needed, open front

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Lovely condition, looks and feels barely worn at most, the quilted lining has an occasional few tan age dapples here and there, a hint of graying toward the lining's upper back, overall very nice

Washing Instructions
Dry clean, preferably by a cleaner experienced with vintage clothing

Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

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Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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