Fabulous 1940s Red And Black Plaid Skirt Suit
1940s Red Plaid Two-Piece Suit with Belted Jacket
A classic and beautifully structured 1940s two-piece suit, featuring a sharp red tartan plaid jacket paired with a solid red wool skirt. Strongly tailored yet feminine, this suit perfectly reflects wartime design: broad shoulders, a nipped waist, and thoughtful contrast detailing. The wide red bands across the jacket, matching plaid-covered buttons, and original belt give the set a polished, authoritative look that still feels timeless.
Features
- Era: 1940s
- Material: Wool
- Colour: Red plaid jacket with solid red skirt
- Design details: Fitted jacket with wide contrast bands, original matching belt, plaid-covered buttons, pointed collar, long sleeves with turned-back cuffs
- Silhouette: Strongly tailored jacket with defined waist; A-line skirt with clean, fluid drape
- Set includes: Jacket, skirt and original belt
Measurements
Jacket
- Bust: 38”
- Waist: 29”
- Shoulders: 15 1/4” seam to seam
Skirt
- Waist: 27”
- Hips: 41”
- Length: 31” plus 2 1/2” hem
Condition
Very good condition with no flaws to note. The wool remains vibrant and buttons, belt, and construction are all intact and original.
Why You’ll Love It
This suit is pure 1940s confidence—bold plaid, impeccable tailoring, and a silhouette designed to command attention. Wear it together for full period impact or style the jacket and skirt separately for versatile vintage dressing. A fantastic choice for collectors, historians, or anyone drawn to strong, statement-making vintage tailoring.
✨ A standout wartime suit—rare, wearable, and ready to be collected. Explore the rest of the shop for more exceptional vintage finds.
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