Vintage 1940s Lightweight Linen Blend Coat- New!

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$280.00 AUD
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SKU #1842

Measurements

Size: Small

Bust: 36 inches + 91 cm

Waist: 30 inches + 76 cm (button easily moved to make smaller)

Hips: Free

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder:  43 inches + 109 cm 

Hem Length: 3.5 inches + 9 cm

Seam Allowance: 1 inch + 2.5 cm (per side)

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

* Lovely 1940s black wool blend lightweight coat

* Classic silhouette with cinched waist and full skirt

* Shirtfront neckline fastening with single button at waist

* Full shoulder padding

* Sleeves are 3/4s with turnover cuffs

* Seam running from below armpit to hem

* This seam has two inset flaps with buttons that are mock pockets

* Back with box pleats for fullness

* Unlined with hand sewn hem

* No label

 

Condition 

Fabulous and very versatile coat, can be worn with or without a crinoline for totally different looks. Great for in-between seasons too!. Whilst it is lightweight, it does have a lovely fall to it. No notable flaws that I can see-  in excellent condition for its age. Cleaned and ready to wear.  Please note 1940s beaded brooch available separately. Please drop us a line if your 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.


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.