Rare Late 1960s BIBA Taupe Coat - New!
Measurements
Size: Extra Small
Bust: 32 - 33 inches + 81 - 84 cm
Waist: 30 inches + 76 cm
Hips: Free
Sleeve Length: 25 inches + 63.5 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 47 inches + 119 cm
Hem Length: 1.5 inches + 4 cm
Note: Measurements are taken from outside, flat and stretched seam to seam. Please allow for individual fit and comfort.
Description
* Amazing late 1960s designer military look coat
* Stone coloured linen-look viscose fabric with a nubby texture
* Classic silhouette with cinched waist and slightly draped skirt
* Bodice with high stand up collar and centre button opening
* Long sleeves with a slight gather at shoulders
* Huge pockets with flap opening in a curved shape
* Pale gold metal buttons
* Wide self belt with large buckle
* Fully lined, serged seams and hand finished hem
* Early woven label reading BIBA
BIBA LABEL
Biba did not label their clothing until 1968. Until that time the clothing had only a tiny white size label with with the size printed in red. The Biba font was designed by John McConnell in 1968. This label was woven and not printed. It was used from 1968 around the launch of the first catalogue and it phased out in early 1971. In 1970 the font was slimmed down, as when they first tried to reduce the logo for printing on the new cosmetics range the original font couldn’t be read, so it was slimmed down especially for printing and then used on garment labels and other products as well to keep the label uniform. In 1971 all labels became printed (gold on black and later black on gold) (courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild).
Condition
Genuine vintage late 1960s Military style coat by iconic British fashion label, BIBA. The coat dates around 1968, when Biba was still a small boutique and not the huge department store it became in the 1970s. It is in excellent condition overall. Two things worth noting are that the buttons are replacements but a great selection for the coat and very similar to the originals and there is the tiniest bit of wear on the buckle. Both minor issues in my opinion but I have priced the coat to reflect this. Really a wonderful example from the period when London set the fashion scene. Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if your require additional information about this listing.
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Availability
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LayBys/Layaways
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Alterations
Obviously, as these are one- off pieces, the fit may not be quite what you need. To this end, we also offer an alteration service by professional seamstresses. Please shoot us an email outlining what you want and we will quickly respond with a quote and timeframe. Costs are kept to a minimum for this service.
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