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Couture 1960s Jean Patou Wool Dress and Cape - New!

$1,100.00 AUD

Couture 1960s Jean Patou Wool Dress and Cape - New!

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Measurements

Size: Medium

Dress

Bust: 40 inches +102 cm

Waist: 36 inches + 91 cm

Hips: 42 inches + 107 cm

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder to Dropped Waist: 22 inches + 56 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 42 inches + 107 cm

Cape

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 42 inches + 107 cm

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

* Amazing 1960s wool commercially-made dress and cape

* Fabric is black and white fleck heavyweight wool tweed and fine black wool

* Classic Space Age silhouette

* Dress has short sleeves and rounded collar in black fine wool with a dropped waist

* Lower part of skirt in tweed with wide knife pleats

* Large decorative buttons decorate the dress on each side below the waist

* Cape is constructed entirely in b&w tweed with peaked collar

* Button-through cape with mock button pockets that are really slits for arms

* Cape has an open kick pleat at back and is fully lined in black silk taffeta

* Dress with back metal zipper hand sewn typical of couture finishing

* Dress also fully lined in black silk taffeta

* Label reads Jean Patou Paris

Jean Patou (1887-1936) opened his first design house, Parry, in 1912. Two years later he reformed the company under his own name, but was forced to leave it in the care of his family while he was deployed during WWI. He was back in business after the war and in 1919 the House of Patou began in earnest. His clothes were sporty and youthful and they were a big success both in France and in the United States. He not only designed dresses, but also true sportswear such as tennis dresses, ski ensembles, and bathing suits.

In 1924 Patou travelled to the US and when he returned to Paris he took with him six American models. The American trade was an important part of his business and the models were to assure a good fit on the taller American figure, and to attract more US buyers. In 1929 Patou lowered hemlines and moved the waist back to its natural position and the rest of the fashion world soon followed suit.

Patou died in 1936 and the house was then directed by his brother-in-law, Raymond Barbas. Since then there has been a considerable amount of talent at the house of Patou: including Marc Bohan 1953-1957, Mad Carpentier 1958-1960, Karl Lagerfeld 1960-1963, and Christian LeCroix 1982-87. The last clothing collection was in 1987, and since that time Patou has produced perfumes. (Courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild)

Condition

Mostly excellent.

The only issues I can see are a couple tiny pinhole repairs on back of the dress that are hardly noticeable and. couple of pinpricks. Both near the zipper and honestly you would never know unless pointed out. There are a couple of holes in the lining of the cape but again not noticed when wearing and does not affect the durability or presentation of this sensational outfit.

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 above and beyond this will be highlighted here.

Comment

Magnificent and highly-collectable Space Age dress and coat ensemble by the renowned fashion label Jean Patou. It is likely Karl Lagerfeld was the design of this ensemble. It truly is an incredible piece. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.

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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 apologise in advance should this rare circumstance arise.

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Vintage 1960s Lilli Ann Dress & Coat Ensemble- New!

$590.00 AUD

Vintage 1960s Lilli Ann Dress & Coat Ensemble- New!

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Measurements

Size: Small

Dress
Bust: 36 inches + 91 cm

Waist: 30 inches + 76 cm

Hips: 36 inches + 91 cm

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 38.5 inches + 98 cm

Hem Length: 3 inches + 8 cm

Zipper Length: 22 inches + 56 cm

Coat

Bust: 38 inches + 96.5 cm

Waist: 32 inches + 81 cm

Sleeve Length from Outside Shoulder: 24 inches + 61 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 39 inches + 99 cm

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

* Spectacular 1960s commercially made dress and coat ensemble

* Classic mod A-line silhouette

* Navy coat with cream wide lapel notched collar and long sleeves

* Single-breasted and fastened with fancy navy and white plastic buttons

* Bottom of coat has alternating diagonal straps in navy and white

* Navy dress with rounded neckline with contrasting piping

* Dress has short sleeves with cream edges

* Princess seams down front and back

* Lower dress has diagonal inserts that match the coat

* Both dress and coat fully lined in white acetate

* Label reads Lilli Ann Knit

Lilli Ann
This famous American label was registered in 1933 by Adolf Schuman. Fabrics were specially imported from France and Italy, many made expressly for Lilli Ann. These fabrics were bought from mainly small textile companies that were in dire financial straits after the war and in danger of closing. As a result, Schuman was credited with saving many of these from financial ruin and in official recognition for his services was awarded Medals of Honour from both France and Italy. On the other hand, the Lilli Ann customer knew that their suits, coats and dresses were made of the highest quality, hand-loomed fabric. Lilli Ann was also recognised for its innovative designs and quality construction. The label received the Gold Medal in Fashion Design, America's highest award in fashion. Nowadays, there is very high demand for this label from collectors and fashionistas from around the world. It must be said that this label is one of my all-time favourites as many of my customers know...:)

Condition

Excellent.

No notable flaws that I can see - looks hardly ever worn.

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 above and beyond this will be highlighted here.

Comment

Love this ensemble, especially the geometric inserts that really make it stand out. Beautifully finished too! It's becoming increasingly difficult to source these ensembles, especially in this condition. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.