Exquisite Original 1940s Vintage Lipstick Red Betty Rose Suit
This stunning summer suit was made from vivid lipstick red gabardine in the 1940s. It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The notched lapel collar leads to a row of five fabric covered buttons that fasten the blazer. Western wear inspired pockets flaps add a lovely detail and turn up cuffs finish off the sleeves perfectly. Inside, the jacket is lined in red crepe and has a maker’s label for Betty Rose Coats and Suits. The matching skirt was cut in a gently flared A line and fastens with an original metal side zipper and button closure above. It also features a Betty Rose label.
Find out more about this wonderful label over on our blog: https://blacksheepantiques.co.uk/blogs/vintage-fashion-history-and-labels/betty-rose-a-step-above-in-quality
Jacket
Bust: 35” (tight 36”)
Waist: 26”
Shoulders: 14 1/2” seam to seam
Skirt
Waist: 24” (button has been moved to make this smaller and could be moved by up to 2”)
Hips: 37”
Length: 27” plus 2” hem
The suit is in very good condition with only a few very faint marks 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.