{"product_id":"exceptional-rare-1940s-black-label-lilli-ann-suit","title":"Exceptional Rare 1940s Black Label Lilli Ann Suit - Femme Fatale","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1940s Lilli Ann Black Label Peplum Suit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptionally rare 1940s Lilli Ann black label suit, representing some of the finest American tailoring of the era. Lilli Ann, founded in San Francisco, built its reputation on couture-level construction and the use of luxurious imported fabrics, particularly from France. Early black label pieces are among the most scarce and desirable, produced in smaller quantities and rarely seen on the market today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis suit captures the strength and elegance of 1940s design with precision tailoring and a striking silhouette. The sharply defined shoulders balance a cinched waist, flowing into a structured peplum that creates a beautifully sculpted hourglass shape. The all-black palette adds a sense of quiet authority and femme fatale elegance, allowing the cut and craftsmanship to take centre stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: 1940s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare early Lilli Ann black label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in San Francisco using high-quality wool gabardine, lined in black satin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStructured shoulders with strong padding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitted waist with matching original belt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSculptural double layered peplum detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement double dagger collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButton front closure with fabric covered buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic tailored skirt with metal side zipper \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Jacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust: 36”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist: 27 1\/2” but can be cinched in with the belt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulders: 16” seam to seam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 26”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips: 38”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 27” plus 2 1\/4” hem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent condition with no issues to note. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a collector-level piece. Early Lilli Ann black label suits are increasingly difficult to source, and this example offers both rarity and wearability. It delivers that sought-after 1940s silhouette with confidence and refinement, equally suited to collection or modern styling. A timeless investment in craftsmanship and design history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop now to secure this rare piece, and explore the rest of the collection for more exceptional vintage finds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4900\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Sheep Antiques","offers":[{"title":"With Dress Shields","offer_id":55545429852536,"sku":null,"price":585.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0360\/1078\/6861\/files\/4F35A240-7764-473B-B9DA-AF4C0B2254E6.jpg?v=1777904662","url":"https:\/\/blacksheepantiques.co.uk\/products\/exceptional-rare-1940s-black-label-lilli-ann-suit","provider":"Black Sheep Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}