Amazing Original 1940s Vintage Sky Blue Skirt Suit By Handmacher

Vintage Late 1940s Handmacher Tailored Wool Suit in Sky Blue

Transport yourself to the golden age of American tailoring with this exquisitely crafted late 1940s wool suit by Handmacher. Known for their impeccable craftsmanship and sharp, structured silhouettes, Handmacher pieces became a staple in every stylish woman’s wardrobe during the post-war era. This stunning sky-blue suit embodies the polished, feminine look of the time, making it a versatile piece for the modern-day vintage lover.

Features:

• Era: Late 1940s
• Material: High-quality wool in a striking sky-blue colour and lined in crepe
• Design Details:
  - Beautifully tailored with a structured fit
  - Rounded collar with black buttons down the front
  - Fitted jacket with darting for a flattering hourglass silhouette 
  - Pencil skirt that falls just below the knee
  - Delicate piped edge detailing on the jacket’s waist and breast pockets
• Silhouette: Classic hourglass shape with a fitted jacket and straight skirt, accentuating the waist and hips  
• Label: Handmacher maker’s label and Harzfeld’s of Kansas City retailer’s tag

Measurements:

Jacket:
• Bust: 38”
• Waist: 30”
• Shoulders: 15” seam to seam

Skirt:
• Waist: 28”
• Hips: 40” (tight 42”)
• Length: 26” plus 2 1/2” hem

Condition: Good vintage condition with some marks, fade at the shoulders and underarm discolouration to the lining as pictured.

Why You’ll Love It: This suit offers timeless elegance with its chic sky-blue hue and expert tailoring. Pair the jacket with modern trousers for a contemporary twist or wear the full suit to channel the refined sophistication of the 1940s. Perfect for vintage enthusiasts or those looking to incorporate classic tailoring into their wardrobe.

Shop now to make this rare, expertly tailored suit yours and explore more unique vintage finds from our collection!

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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.