Original 1950s 50s Vintage Black Lilli Ann Style Skirt Suit With Huge Pleated Collar
This incredible skirt suit was made from rich black wool in the 1950s. The design is impeccable and is definitely influenced by the styles used in the Lilli Ann suits of the time. The suit is cut in a strong hourglass silhouette with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The huge shawl collar features a fabulous pleated design which is also mirrored on the flared hem of the skirt. Five gorgeous metal filigree buttons run from the neckline to the waist and a super flattering peplum finished off the jacket beautifully. Inside, the jacket is lined in black crepe and has a maker’s label for Monte, Sano and Prozan of New York and a retailer’s label for Saks Fifth Avenue. The matching skirt is cut in a straight longer length style with a slightly flared, pleated hem and fastens with an original metal side zipper and hook closures above.
Jacket
Bust: 36”
Waist: 28”
Shoulders: 15” seam to seam
Skirt
Waist: 26”
Hips: 39”
Length: 29” plus 1” hem
The suit is in very good condition with only some repairs and slight discolouration to the underarm lining. There is also a tiny darn and some barely noticeable moth nibbles as pictured.
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