Exquisite Spring Green 1940s Vintage Gabardine Skirt Suit

1940s Spring Green Suit by Simpsons

A beautiful example of early 1940s American tailoring, this spring green skirt suit by Simpsons captures the crisp, structured elegance of wartime fashion. The sharply tailored silhouette, exaggerated flap pockets, and bold sculptural buttons reflect the era’s focus on strong shoulders and refined utility—offset here by a playful, fresh green hue.

Features

• Era: 1940s, WWII-era

• Label: Simpsons Madison

• Material: Gabardine, lined in crepe

• Design details: Sculptural green buttons, notched lapels, exaggerated curved flap pockets

• Silhouette: Nipped waist, structured shoulders, box-pleated skirt

Measurements

Jacket

• Bust: 36”

• Waist: 28”

• Shoulders: 15 1/2”

Skirt

• Waist: 25”

• Hips: 37”

• Length: 25”

Condition

Very good condition with only a few minor flaws and some seam splits to the lining as pictured.

Why You’ll Love It

This suit is a head-turner for the vintage collector who loves crisp tailoring with a twist. The vivid green is rare for the era, offering a fresh take on traditional 1940s style. Pair it with classic pumps or modern block heels for a museum-worthy look that still feels wearable today.

Add to your collection now—shop this one-of-a-kind vintage find before it’s gone.

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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.