Incredible Mustard Yellow 1940s Short Swing Coat

1940s Mustard Yellow Wool Swing Coat with Dandelion Print Lining

This stunning 1940s mustard yellow swing coat is a rare and wearable piece of true vintage, perfect for daily wearers of 1930s–40s clothing. Its classic swing coat silhouette, generous drape, and bracelet-length sleeves make it an effortless layering option over tailored dresses and separates, with enough ease to accommodate structured shoulders beneath.

Crafted from a boucle wool in a bold golden mustard tone, the coat features wide notched lapels and a clean, open front. But the real surprise lies inside where you’ll find a beautifully whimsical dandelion print lining in navy and russet on golden yellow. It’s a detail that adds charm, character, and a hint of playfulness to this otherwise refined outerwear piece.

Features

• Original 1940s swing coat

• Unlabelled, beautifully made

• Textured mustard wool, unusual dandelion print lining (likely a later replacement)

• Full swing silhouette with excellent drape

• Bracelet-length sleeves

• Wide notched collar

• No fastenings – designed to be worn open

• Mid-hip to upper-thigh length depending on height

Measurements

• Bust: 40”

• Length: 29”

• Shoulders: 16” seam to seam

Condition

Very good condition with only a couple of very minor flaws as pictured. 

Why You’ll Love It

From the bold hue to the suprise printed lining, this is a vintage swing coat that balances 1940s elegance with playful personality. Ideal for collectors and daily vintage dressers alike, it’s a functional statement piece that will elevate every outfit—from wide-leg trousers to structured rayon dresses.

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