Wonderful Original 1953 Vintage Warm Grey Lilli Ann Suit With Sculptural Petal Peplum
1953 Lilli Ann Suit with Sculptural Petal Peplum in Soft Grey Gabardine
Discover the impeccable craftsmanship of Lilli Ann, a label renowned for its extraordinary tailoring and feminine silhouettes. This stunning 1953 suit exemplifies the brand’s legacy, combining architectural design with luxurious materials to create a garment that is as timeless as it is elegant. The strong tailored silhouettes of Lilli Ann suits from this period draw inspiration from the sophisticated styles 1940s and enhance them with additional sculptural details.
Features
- Era: 1953, mid-century haute couture inspiration
- Material: Soft warm grey wool, with a wonderful smooth finish, lined in coral crepe
- Design Details:
- Dramatic petal-shaped peplum, adding volume and sculptural flair
- Stand-up collar with angular detailing, accentuating the neckline
- Precision tailoring for a cinched waist and flattering hourglass silhouette
- Long, structured sleeves and fitted pencil skirt
- Label: sadly the label is no longer present but we have found a Lilli Ann advert from 1953 showing the iconic Dorian Gray wearing this suit
Measurements:
Jacket
• Bust: 36”
• Waist: 26”
• Shoulders: 15” seam to seam
Skirt
• Waist: 25”
• Hips: 37”
• Length: 27 1/2” plus 2 1/2” hem
Condition
This suit is in very good condition, with only a few very minor flaws as pictured. The fabric has been well-preserved, maintaining its crisp structure and soft texture.
Why You’ll Love It
Lilli Ann suits are icons of vintage fashion, treasured for their unmistakable silhouettes and couture-level detailing. The sculptural petal peplum is a standout feature, bringing drama and elegance to the ensemble. The sophisticated tailoring ensures that this Lilli Ann suit fits as comfortably into a modern wardrobe as it does into a vintage collection.
Own a coveted and highly collectible piece of fashion history that seamlessly blends sophistication with statement-making design.
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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.