This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Central California.
This is a gorgeous late 1940s to early 1950s Lilli Ann black wool and silk velvet princess coat.
Beautiful medium weight soft black wool with black silk velvet panels on the cape collar and skirt as pictured.
Oversize cape collar as pictured.
Princess seaming, nipped waist and full flaring skirt to accommodate your fluffiest skirts.
Hidden side seam hip pockets. Does up the center front with six black buttons as pictured.
Lined with thick black satin which appears to be silk.
LABELS: Import / Fabric of France / Lilli Ann - AND - An Original From Lilli Ann of San Francisco There is also a Coat and Suit Industry Label as pictured.
CONDITION: Flawless with no issues at all. There are no stains, holes, rips, tears, snags, fading, discoloration, odors or other issues.
SIZING: There are no size tags. Based on the measurements below, I'd say this would best fit a modern size medium.
For a perfect fit, please compare the measurements below to a coat in your closet that fits as you desire, leaving room for clothes worn underneath this coat.
MEASUREMENTS:
Shoulders: 16" Across
Outer Sleeve: 25-3/8" - shoulder seam to end of sleeve
Inner Sleeve: 16" - underarm seam to end of sleeve
Bust: 37"
Waist: 29-1/2"
Hips: Free Bottom
Sweep: 108" Around
Length: 43-3/4" - Center Back to Bottom Hem
A real collector's piece - beautiful and difficult to find.
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This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Central California.