Gorgeous Original Late 1940s Vintage Navy Blue Silk Dress Suit

This stunning dress suit was made in the late 1940s from navy blue silk. The dress was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with a nipped waist that can be further cinched in with the original fabric belt. The sweetheart neckline has been highlighted with a sweet bow detail and the skirt falls with a flattering flare. The dress fastens with an original metal side zipper and has a maker’s label for Key to Youth Fashion. The matching blazer features an unusual statement collar and fastens with three fabric covered and studded buttons. Mock slit pockets add a wonderful design detail and turn up cuffs finish the sleeves off perfectly.  

Jacket

Bust: 39”

Waist: 31”

Shoulders: 14 1/2” seam to seam 

Dress

Bust: 39”

Waist: 29”

Hips: 40”

Length: 43 1/2” plus 1” hem

The suit is in very good condition with only a few minor flaws as pictured. 

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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.