Vintage Late 1940s Designer Black Striped Cocktail Suit - NEW!
Measurements
Size: Small
Jacket
Bust: 36 - 37 inches + 91 -94 cm
Waist: 28 inches + 71 cm
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 21 inches + 53 cm
Sleeve Length from Outside Shoulder: 23 inches + 58 cm
Skirt
Waist: 27 -28 inches +. 69 - 71 cm
Hips: 38 inches + 96.5 cm
Length from Top of waistband: 27 inches + 69 cm
Hem Length: 2.5 inches + 6.5 cm
Seam Allowance: Unseen in jacket, skirt has generous seams
Note: Measurements are taken from outside, flat and stretched from seam to seam. This is the maximum size allowable, so please consider individual fit and comfort.
Description
* Vintage Late 1940s to Early 1950s black commercially made lightweight cocktail suit
* Fabric design features alternate stripes - both black but one with high sheen
* Classic silhouette with a defined waist and straight skirt
* Jacket has long tapered sleeves and v-shaped neckline
* Closure is at centre front with large decorative gold buttons with rhinestones
* Silhouette is structured with three rows of darts on either side of jacket to create a slight peplum look
* Skirt is very tailored at front with two inverted pleats at back
* Waistband has two hooks and eyes for closure and a metal zipper at back
* Jacket fully lined in black crepe
* Label reads Marshall Field and Co - Shop 28
Marshall Field and Company was one of Chicago's oldest and finest department stores. In 1941, the store opened it's exclusive 28 Shop which was one of the first in-store boutique shops in the U.S. The 28 Shop was the brainchild of Hughston M. McBain, who would go on to become manager of the entire company in 1943. The 28 Shop was named for its private elevator entrance at 28 East Washington Sreet and featured 28 dressing rooms. It was here that Marshall Field's sold high-end clothing from many of America's best designers. After the war, fashions from Paris were also featured.
The 28 Shop was designed by Joseph Platt who arranged those 28 dressing rooms around a central salon. There were 2 each of 14 different dressing room designs, all in various colors and decor to suit the customer's taste. (courtesy of Couture Allure)
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
No notable flaws that I can see. - there was an additional press stud at the waist behind the hooks and eyes but half is missing. Hardly an issue but mentioning for accuracy
Please note that these are vintage items that have been used and loved over the years, As such, they may display slight evidence of their age. Any notable flaws will be highlighted.
Comment
Highly sophisticated and obviously very well made designer suit.
The listing is for the dress only and does not include any other accessories that may have been photographed with the item.
This item has not been pinned to the dress form.
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Availability
This item is within our selling stock. In the unlikely event that two buyers purchase this item concurrently, payment will be immediately refunded to the latter purchaser. We apologize in advance should this rare circumstance arise.
Postage
We make every effort to post your item within 1-3 days of payment. Should a circumstance arise where we are unable to post within this timeframe (eg we are away at a fair) we will contact you immediately. Please note that our postage charges are based on standard international and domestic air packages - all with tracking. If you want to upgrade to express postage or require insurance, please contact us prior to checkout and we will adjust the rates accordingly.
Currently, standard packages within Australia are taking 4 to 6 business days from receipt of the package at the Post Office. However, there may be exceptions due to the impact of COVID-19.
LayBys/Layaways
Yes we do offer flexible layby/layaway options and are open to negotiation as to the time period. Obviously, the more expensive the item the longer the time you will have to finalise payment. Contact us to see how accommodating we can be :)
Alterations
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