Incredible Original 1920s Antique Gold Lame Tunic

1920s Gold Lamé Tunic with Braided Velvet Collar

Radiating Jazz Age glamour, this striking 1920s gold lamé tunic captures the opulence and innovation of early eveningwear design. The shimmering metallic fabric is complemented by a sculptural braided collar combining black velvet and lamé, giving a sense of understated luxury that was so emblematic of the era.

Features

• Era: 1920s

• Material: Gold lamé with black velvet detailing

• Design Details: Braided collar with mixed-texture contrast, long sleeves, straight silhouette

• Closure: Pullover style with poppers hidden in the side seam

• Silhouette: Simple, elongated shape designed for layering over slim evening trousers or a bias-cut skirt

Measurements

• Bust: 38”

• Waist: 34”

• Hips: 40”

• Shoulders: 15” seam to seam

• Length: 30”

Condition

Good vintage condition with some areas of tarnish to the front of the lamé and a few loose threads as pictured. Presents beautifully when worn or displayed.

Why You’ll Love It

This piece embodies the extraordinary glamour of 1920s design—minimalist in cut but rich in texture and finish. A rare survivor from the Art Deco era, it would make a striking addition to any vintage collector’s wardrobe or display.

Shop now to own a remarkable piece of 1920s fashion history, and explore our collection for more one-of-a-kind antique garments.

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.