Measurements

Size: Small - Medium

Bust: 38- 40 inches + 96- 102

Waist: 41 inches + 102 cm

Hips: 42 inches + 107 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder:  36 inches + 91.5 cm 

Sleeve Length from Outside Shoulder: 19. 5 inches + 50 cm 

Hem Length: 1.5 inches + 4cm

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

* Wonderful early 1960s baby blue wool and mohair coat

* Button through at front with large self fabric covered buttons

* Collar fastens at side and features a large self bow

* Bracelet length raglan sleeves

* Inset side pockets

* Fully lined in blue satin

* Back has long feature darting to add fullness at lower back

* Label reads Lilli Ann

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 friends know...:)

Condition 

Gorgeous colour on this coat, it's a soft baby blue. Of course, with a Lilli Ann label you know you're getting quality fabric and high - end construction. But I must add with this coat, there are really lovely design aspects that I love -  including the rolled collar with bow and the deep darting on the upper back. The condition is excellent, with no notable flaws that I can see. No moth holes or damage, perhaps an occasional sparse strand of mohair as is typical with this fabric over time. Really presents beautifully. It's so clean it looks hardly worn in fact.  Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if your require additional information about this listing.

Shop Policies

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.

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.

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
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.

Special Orders
If you are looking for something that you don't currently find in our shop - let us know we may be able to help you with a special listing!

Photography
Our photos are taken with a mix of studio and ambient lighting. Whilst we take care with the colour balance of our photos, individual computer monitors register colours differently depending on their calibration. If you want the exact colour shade drop us a line and we will give you the Universal Pantone colours that match the item.

Measurements

Size: Small

Jacket

Bust: 34 - 36 inches + 86 - 91 cm

Waist: 28 inches + 71 cm

Jacket Length from Outside Shoulder: 22 inches + 56 cm

Sleeve Length: 24 inches + 61 cm (includes cuffs)

Shoulder Width Seam to Seam: 16 inches + 41 cm

Skirt

Waist:  27 inches + 69 cm

Hips: 38 inches + 96.5 cm

Length: 28 inches + 71 cm

Hem Length: 1.5 inches + 4 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

* High quality designer early 1950s black wool suit

* Classic silhouette with broad shoulders, cinched waist and straight skirt

* Bodice with surplice neckline and long sleeves

* Jacket is fastened with single button at waist and has padding at shoulders

* Long sleeves with French cuffs

* Collar and hem of jacket edged in bronze and cream satin

* Straight skirt with back kick pleat

* Jacket fully lined, skirt has lined seat, hand sewn hem

* Side closed -in metal zipper on skirt

* Label reads Lilli Ann

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 friends know...:)

Condition 

Another impeccably tailored and sophisticated suit by this amazing label. In excellent condition too, no flaws to mention.  Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if your require additional information about this listing.

Shop Policies

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.

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.

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
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.

Special Orders
If you are looking for something that you don't currently find in our shop - let us know we may be able to help you with a special listing!

Photography
Our photos are taken with a mix of studio and ambient lighting. Whilst we take care with the colour balance of our photos, individual computer monitors register colours differently depending on their calibration. If you want the exact colour shade drop us a line and we will give you the Universal Pantone colours that match the item.

Measurements

Size: Extra Small - Small

Bust:  32 -34  inches + 81 - 86 cm 

Under Bust: 33 inches + 84 cm

Waist: 26 inches + 66 cm

Hips: Free

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15.5 inches + 39 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder:  43.5 inches + 110 cm 

Hem Length: .5 inches + 1cm

Zipper Length: 14 inches + 36 cm

Note: Measurements taken from outside, flat and stretched seam to seam. 

Description

* Striking 1950s quality black lace designer dress

* Underskirt of steely blue taffeta

* Lace design features scrolls, leaves and flowers

* Classic silhouette with cinched waist and full skirt

* Sleeveless chemise bodice with black velvet straps

* Bodice has princess seaming and shelf bust etched with black velvet

* Black velvet bow at centre front under bust

* Full panelled skirt with attached white nylon crinoline

* Fully lined, pinked seams and hand finished hem

* Low square back with metal zipper

* Label reads Suzy Perette

Suzy Perette

The Suzy Perette label was a registered trademark of Lombardy Dress (founded as Lombardy Frocks in 1930) and registered in 1954. A sister label to Suzy Perette was the Gigi Young Fashions label (late fifties to 1966). This label followed the same successful style formula of Suzy Perette but as a less expensive line.

Suzy Perette was greatly influenced by Parisian fashions, with the silhouette of cinched waist and full skirt extremely popular in the early fifties. In fact, the Suzy Perette label acquired the right to incorporate Christian Dior's designs into their own product range- and this dress is a wonderful example!

Condition 

This dress is in excellent condition for its age.  No notable flaws that I can see. Freshly cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if your require additional information about this listing.

Shop Policies

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.

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.

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 :)

Special Orders
If you are looking for something that you don't currently find in our shop - let us know we may be able to help you with a special listing!

Photography
Our photos are taken with a mix of studio and ambient lighting. Whilst we take care with the colour balance of our photos, individual computer monitors register colours differently depending on their calibration. If you want the exact colour shade drop us a line and we will give you the Universal Pantone colours that match the item.

Measurements

Size: Small

Jacket
Bust: 36 inches + 91 cm

Waist: 28 inches + 71 cm

Sleeve Length: 22.5 inches + 57 cm

Skirt

Waist: 25 inches + 63.5cm (button can be moved to allow further 1 inch - 2.5 cm)

Hips: 36 inches + 91 cm

Skirt Length: 25 inches + 63.50 cm ( 4 inch hem allowance + 10 cm )

Description

* Sophisticated 1950s oatmeal wool crepe suit

* Classic silhouette with nipped in waist

* Jacket features knife pleated trim

* Side fastening of jacket with press stud and hidden button and loop

* Jacket hemline trimmed with palomino mink fur 

* Fully lined jacket in mushroom pink crepe

* A-line skirt with inverted pleat at rear

* Label reads Lilli Ann

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...:)

Comment

This wonderful high-end Lilli Ann suit is in excellent condition with no damage, smells or flaws to note. These Lilli Ann suits are highly desirable and becoming increasingly difficult to source. Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if your require additional information about this listing.

Shop Policies

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.

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.

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 :)

Special Orders
If you are looking for something that you don't currently find in our shop - let us know we may be able to help you with a special listing!

Photography
Our photos are taken with a mix of studio and ambient lighting. Whilst we take care with the colour balance of our photos, individual computer monitors register colours differently depending on their calibration. If you want the exact colour shade drop us a line and we will give you the Universal Pantone colours that match the item.