This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
50s Mink Trimmed Silk Damask Opera Coat With Hood$525.00
Fabricated in a lovely golden yellow silk damask
Fully lined in silk
Interlined in fleece for additional warmth
Features a deep mink trimmed hood thanks drapes over the shoulders like a wide shawl collar when worn down.
Full length lantern sleeves, seamed at the bicep for a voluminous 26” width and narrow to 7” at wrist.
Small slit at wrist.
Shaped seaming at back waist.
There is an interior tie at the waist that threads through a loop at the center front edge.
No exterior closures. This is a clutch style coat.
(There is a covered button at the front shoulder that serves no purpose. It could be moved to the waist level if you want and a thread loop added if you want an exterior button.)
Bias seam along hem for additional flare.
Hem is clean finished with hem tape.
Maker: Unknown. Appears to have been custom or homemade. Hand stitching on hood
Condition: Very Good/Excellent. There is a watermark to the lining, just above the hem. Some very light marks at the back panel, just above the waist seam. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Looks to best suit a modern S/M, please use measurements below.
Shoulders: 15”
Bust: 34"
Waist: 28”
Sweep: 131”
Length from Shoulder to Hem: 63.5”
Sleeve Length: 18 3/4” under arm 25 3/4” overarm
Lantern Sleeve: 26” wide across seam
Sleeve at Opening: 7” at wrist
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
Color: Brown & gold
Material: Fur & silk