Evening Elegance from the 1940s.

Striking combination of Black and Shocking Pink (a color made famous by Elsa Schiaparelli). The fabric is rayon crepe. Lightly structured and unlined.  I'm fairly certain this was once part of a set... probably accompanied by a matching black skirt or possibly evening pants but it came to me alone.

 Form hugging bodice with padded shoulders and short sleeves. The front is inset with Shocking Pink, embellished with soutache embroidery and sequin highlights. The edges of the pink inset are defined with a decorative border of soutache. Self fabric covered buttons close the front.

Striking and iconic of it's era this softly tailored jacket would pair beautifully with black satin, chiffon or velvet evening pants or perhaps a long skirt. For a bold casual statement try it with skinny  jeans and strappy platform shoes.

There is no label. The size is small with the following measurements.

Bust 34"

Waist 27"

Shoulder seam to shoulder seam 14 3/4"

Excellent condition

Teen Scene circa 1960!

Saddle shoes and bobby socks! That's all this outfit needs to make it the perfect look for your next Rockabilly affair. Two piece set consisting of fitted 3/4 sleeve jacket and full circle skirt. The fabric is a quilted cotton with tyrolean inspired print in shades of olive, deep pink and blue. Jacket closes to the neck with decorative brass buttons and has a tiny stand up collar in a coordinating print. The edges of the sleeves are detailed with same contrasting fabric. I photographed it with a thin matching belt from the same era. This was not original to the outfit but I thought it looked nice and I will include it although a belt is not necessary. I also photographed with a petticoat under the skirt to show off it's fullness. This will not be included.

A well made set, both pieces are fully underlined in cherry red cotton.

Wear the pieces together as a set or seperately as you wish. I think the jacket would look cute with jeans. You can also wear a light blouse under the jacket for another look altogether

The size is smallish with junior proportions, meaning the bust size is small in proportion to the waist. It has the following measurements

Bust 34"

Waist 26"

Hips free

Skirt length 23"

Excellent Condition no flaws to note

Unique Vintage Chinese Jacket.
The fabric is a beautiful olive brocade with chrysanthemum motif. It is fully lined with bright (brighter than my picture) contrasting orange faux lamb. The closures are traditional frog toggles but there are also hidden hooks and eyes. High neck, side vents (also with frog closures) and wide welt pockets. There is a label in one of the pockets Peony brand, Shanghai China. Cozy enough to be worn as winter wear. Handsome and eye-catching!

Medium / Small in size with the following measurements.

Bust up to 38"
Hips up to 38"
Sleeves 21"

Excellent Condition