Swing back, brown velveteen early 80s coat by Count Romi.

In the early 1980s I did alterations in an exclusive boutique called Stuarts on Newbury St. in Boston. The shop sold beautiful high end clothing and the owner Mrs. Stuart had an amazing eye. She carried Count Romi coats and I was always excited when a new shipment came in. The company used gorgeous fabrics and their coats were designed so beautifully. They were also expensive, in the hundreds... but despite their high price, they sold out as soon as they came in. Women, young and older, loved these coats because they were a unique, not run of the mill.

This Romi is a perfect transition coat, well suited for fall or spring or a mild winter day. The fabric is a rich brown cotton velveteen and it is cut in a modified trench style. There are lots of pretty design details starting with a gathered, round yoke top and tailored collar. The sleeves have raglan shoulders and are long and full They gather at the wrists into shirt, style, button cuffs. It has a single breasted button front with top stitched placket. The styling of the body is unique and very flattering. It has a swing shape that belts in front at the waist but falls free in back and is quite long. Pockets are hidden in the side seams. The lining is brown satin taffeta.

The condition is beautiful and the size is a flexible Med/Large with the following measurements. (the swing style and raglan sleeves will accommodate a range of sizes)

Bust 48"

Hips Free

Length from shoulder to hem 47"

Excellent Condition

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