1940s Navy Gabardine Suit with Pleated Skirt

navy is still the new black You're not 16 anymore, face it, and going to a party in a slip dress come wintry February is not on your list of things to do before you die. But you're also not quite willing to throw in the fashion towel and show up in something from REI either. An all-purpose, all-fabulous vintage suit in navy silk bengaline. Double breasted jacket and a stunningly crafted kicky skirt with stitched down inverted pleats at the hip, blooming into full motion at the hem. Lined in pale blue/lilac iridescent silk, there are cuffs at both wrists and functional pockets. Bearing only a Lockhart's St. Louis label, this era of clothing looks superb with contemporary Chie Mihara heels. Bust measures 34", shoulder to shoulder 16", cropped sleeve of 20" and length 23.". Skirt has a 26" waist and is 28" long, $410.00
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