Original Early Late 1940s / Early 1940s Volup Vintage Blue And White Abstract Print Skirt Suit

This stunning suit was made in the late 1930s / early 1940s from soft floppy cotton in an abstract blue and white pattern. It was cut in the classic hourglass style of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The shawl collar creates a V neckline and leads to five buttons that fasten the jacket at the front. Turn up cuffs finish off the short sleeves beautifully and the jacket is unlined inside. The matching skirt was cut with a gentle flare, giving it wonderful movement, and fastens with four mismatched buttons at the side. 

Jacket

Bust: 42” (tight 44”)

Waist: 36”

Shoulders: 16” seam to seam

Skirt

Waist: 34”

Hips: 46”

Length: 28”

The suit is in fair condition with a number of areas of discolouration, repairs and small holes as pictured. The back edge of the collar shows wear. 

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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.