1940s Peck & Peck Houndstooth Scottish Wool Skirt Suit
1940s Peck & Peck Houndstooth Scottish Wool Skirt Suit
A beautifully tailored 1940s skirt suit by Peck & Peck, Fifth Avenue New York, crafted in imported Scottish wool with a timeless houndstooth check. This sharply cut two-piece set features a fitted jacket with softly structured shoulders, flattering waist shaping, and statement buttons, paired with a classic straight skirt. The monochrome palette is elevated with subtle blue and burgundy tones woven through the pattern, giving depth to the fabric and making it endlessly wearable today.
Features
- Era: 1940s
- Label: Peck & Peck, Fifth Avenue New York
- Material: Imported Scottish wool fabric, lined in brown crepe
- Design: Black, brown and cream houndstooth with subtle blue and burgundy tones
- Jacket Details: Fitted silhouette, structured shoulders, four-button front, notched collar, flap pockets
- Skirt Details: Straight silhouette with front pleat detail and metal side zipper
- Style: Tailored wartime-inspired silhouette with timeless wearability
Measurements
Jacket
- Bust: 36”
- Waist: 27” (tight 28”)
- Shoulders: 15 1/4” seam to seam
Skirt
- Waist: 26”
- Hips: 36”
- Length: 25” plus 2” hem
Condition
Very good condition with no issues to note. The skirt button has been moved to reduce the waist but can easily be moved back to the original measurement shown above.
Why You’ll Love It
A truly timeless 1940s wool skirt suit, this piece strikes the perfect balance between structure and elegance. The classic houndstooth pattern and impeccable tailoring make it easy to style for both modern wear and vintage dressing, whether paired with heels for a polished look or separated into versatile wardrobe staples.
Shop now to add this beautifully tailored piece of 1940s fashion history to your collection, and explore the rest of our carefully curated vintage finds.
4898