"Draped Pleats" Vintage 1940's Draped Pleated Crepe Silk Skirt Suit UK 10 US 6

"Draped Pleats" Vintage 1940's Draped Pleated Crepe Silk Skirt Suit UK 10 US 6A true masterpiece of its time, this original 1940's chestnut brown crepe silk skirt suit, with Bordeaux blue buttons, is the perfect addition to your tailored vintage wardrobe. The elegant V shaped neckline of the jacket is framed by a slim shawl collar. The shoulder line is set off by internally sewn shoulder pads. The bracelet length inset sleeves are accented by delicate pleats along the top of each shoulder. The tailored cut of the jacket, boasts

The three filigree panels depict Samaras intertwined with stylised berries on filigree bases

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool waterFabric: Wool

Claw Set Rhinestones

which is framed by lace borders

This wonderful set of 1950's curved hair barrettes

Closures: This jacket fastens with a single ribbon tie

Armpit to Armpit:  from 32 to 36 inches  ( cut on the bias )

this truly eye-catching 1950's set

is just the set to add to your everyday wardrobe

that runs below the bust and threads through the central panel in a decorative double pleat bow edge detail

Fabric: Silk laméVintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for

The angular cut of the frames