Exceptional Original 1930s Vintage Black Crepe Femme Fatale Suit With Soutache Embroidery

This amazing suit was made in the 1930s from black rayon jersey blend. The suit was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with gathered puff sleeves and a nipped waist. The notched lapel collar leads to a single row of four buttons which fasten the jacket. The waist is highlighted with a horizontal fabric band below which the jacket peplums out. The bust pockets and sleeves of the jacket have been adorned with delicate cream soutache embroidery which contrasts beautifully with the piece. The gored skirt falls in a gentle A line and fastens with three buttons at the side. 

Jacket

Bust: 35”

Waist: 25”

Shoulders: 13” seam to seam

Skirt

Waist: 24”

Hips: 38”

Length: 25”

The suit is in very good condition with only a tiny seam pop, a few minuscule marks inside the sleeve and a missing skirt button (will include a replacement) 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.