Wonderful Original 1940s Vintage Chocolate Brown Belted Wool Gabardine Princess Coat
This stunning coat was made from heavy brown wool gabardine in the 1940s. It was cut in the classic fit and flare silhouette with strong padded shoulders and a nipped waist that is cinched in with the original fabric tie belt. The super sharp notched lapel collar adds a wonderful design detail and large turn up cuffs finish off the sleeves beautifully. Huge patch pockets at the hip add a practical feature as well as a stylish accent to the coat. At the back, stunning princess seaming gives shape to the garment, nipping in the waist and accentuating the flare of the skirt. Inside, the coat is lined in sumptuous brown satin, has a popper to secure it at the waist and a maker’s label for Hi-Ho by Gimble Brothers. It even comes with an original ticket stub which we found in the pocket from when the coat was last worn by its original owner.
Bust: 38”
Waist: 32” but cinched in further with the belt
Hips: 44”
Shoulders: 15” seam to seam
Length: 46 1/2” plus 2” hem
The coat is in fair condition, however there are a few areas of discolouration (on the belt, which can be tied to disguise them or shortened to remove, the pocket and the side of the skirt) as well as some moth holes and grazes as pictured. The discolouration is less noticeable in natural light than it is under studio lighting.
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