Fabulous Original 1940s Vintage Tan Beige Gabardine Peplum Skirt Suit

This stunning skirt suit was made in the 1940s from tan gabardine. It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with strong padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The sharp collar accentuates the shoulders and leads to two wonderful lucite set buttons that fasten the blazer at the front. Matching buttons adorn the statement patch pockets at the bust and turn up cuffs finish off the sleeves. Below the fitted waist, the jacket hem flares out into a flattering peplum which created a bustle effect at the back. Inside, the jacket is lined in soft beige crepe. The matching skirt was cut in a gentle A line and fastens with an original metal side zipper and button closure above. 

Jacket

Bust: 34” (tight 36”)

Waist: 26”

Shoulders: 15 1/2” seam to seam

Skirt

Waist: 24” with 1 1/2” room to move the button 

Hips: 37”

Length: 31” plus 1” hem

The suit is in very good condition with only a few minor snags and pinholes 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.