Elegant Original 1940s Vintage Black Swing Coat With Soutache Shoulders And Statement Buttons Jacket This jacket has a small

This jacket has a small hole but is otherwise in good condition

Hips: 44” at 8” from waist

which attests to its suitability for summer wear

the jacket is lined in navy blue crepe and bears the National Recovery Board label as well as a maker’s label for L

Elegant Original 1940s Vintage Black Swing Coat With Soutache Shoulders And Statement Buttons Jacket This jacket has a smallThis wonderful coat was made from black wool gabardine in the 1940s. It was cut in the classic wartime silhouette with strong padded shoulders and a loose swing fit below. The edges of the collar have been topstitched for a lovely detail and the shoulders feature exquisite soutache embroidery. Two stunning metal centred buttons fasten the coat at the front and smaller buttons adorn the sleeve cuffs. Functional slit pockets at the waist add a practical