Amazing Original 1940s Volup Vintage Autumn Tone Rust Brown And Green Plaid Skirt Suit

Vintage 1940s Autumnal Plaid Wool Suit – Miller & Rhoads, Huntleigh Exclusive Import

Step back in time with this exquisite 1940s suit from Miller & Rhoads, a classic American department store based in Richmond, Virginia. This beautifully tailored suit, featuring a Huntleigh Exclusive Import label, speaks to the refined tastes of the era, with a timeless autumnal plaid in rich brown, red, and green tones that evoke the crisp elegance of aautumn.

Features:

• Era: 1940s
• Material: Wool, loosely woven for warmth and structure
• Design details: single-breasted jacket with wide lapels, structured shoulders, and wonderful button details. The matching skirt features a flattering below knee length and a tailored silhouette that hugs the waist and hips perfectly.
• Silhouette: Classic hourglass shape, tailored to enhance the feminine form, accentuated by a fitted waist and slightly flared skirt.

Measurements:

• Jacket:
• Bust: 40” 
• Waist: 33”
• Shoulders: 14 3/4” seam to seam

Skirt:
• Waist: 31” (tight 32”)
• Hips: 42”
• Length: 28”

Condition:
In very good vintage condition with a few small holes and some discolouration to the lining as pictured. The skirt is missing its hook closure but we can supply these if desired. Both labels—Miller & Rhoads Virginia Room and Huntleigh Exclusive Import—are still crisp and legible.

Why You’ll Love It:
This suit is a true piece of fashion history. The autumnal plaid makes it perfect for fall, while the craftsmanship and attention to detail elevate it to an heirloom-quality garment. This suit’s structured silhouette is flattering on any body type, making it an ideal choice for special occasions or sophisticated daily wear.

Shop now and embrace the timeless style of the 1940s, and be sure to browse the rest of our curated collection for more stunning vintage pieces!

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This garment is available to purchase with or without dress shields. These clever little contraptions have been made by our seamstress to an original 1940s pattern and can be simply attached to your garment by tack stitching at the corners of the underarm seam, pinning (we wouldn’t recommend that, it hurts if it goes wrong, so if you try this, it is at your own risk only) or inserting tiny poppers. They then stand ready to absorb any sweat and body odours as needed and you can simply detach and launder them instead of your garment, saving you a fortune in dry cleaning bills.

They are equally suitable for suits, blazers and dresses and come in pure white cotton.

They are universally sized and super easy to use even for a sewing novice as only a couple of tiny stitches are required at each side to secure them.

We sell Dress Shields as a standalone item or at a discount if you purchase them with a garment. We will select the appropriate type to match the garment you have purchased.