All black, this two piece vintage SJK skirt and tunic-length all black sweater set is an distinctive open weave santana knit from Marie Gray Collection for St. John Knits. It features a long sleeve tunic length sweater with a boat style neckline, 7 and 1/2 side slits on each side and a ribbed and open weave design. To coordinate with it, the matching skirt is the same pattern in a classic SJK slim skirt style.

Please refer to these un-stretched measurements below to assure your perfect fit

For the Sweater:
Shoulder to shoulder is 15 and 1/2 inches.
Bust is 37 inches.
Waist is 33 and 1/2 inches.
Full length is 27 and 1/2 inches.
Side slits are 7 and 1/2 inches long.
Hemline width is 40 inches.

For the Skirt:
Waist is 26 inches un-stretched and 32 inches when fully stretched.
Hip is 39 inches.
Full length is 24 inches.
Hemline width is 35 inches.

Each edge, whether it be the skirt of the sweater, has a 3/4 inch wide flat scalloped knit accent as part of the fabulous SJK designer details.

Of course, either of these basic black SJK pieces can be worn with other items in your wardrobe, even those that aren't St. John Knits. The longer sweater is a natural with skirts, leggings or pants for a different look. The slim cut skirt is the basis for many classic looks.

The size tag shows size 4 and the fabric is a mix of wool and rayon, the famous santana knit, which has a built-in stretch and comfort, with the added quality of resisting wrinkles and bagging.

Each of the individual pieces is in Excellent Vintage condition.

There are no stains, holes or unraveling and these garments come to you from a home with no pets and no smokers.

As you can see, the sweater has a natural shoulder line and there are no internal shoulder pads.

The skirt does not have pockets and the waistband is elasticized so no zipper is required.

A view of the back is shown in the last picture.

Most lovers of St. John Knits probably know the story of how this famous designer (Marie Gray) founded her company in 1962 by knitting her own original designs, which her boyfriend immediately sold to high-end department stores. Over time the look of her famous santana knits was easily identified and immediately popular with those who want style that is timeless, traditional and elegant.

This is your chance to own and wear a fabulous versatile St. John Knit set that is unique and will be wearable for years.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Bradenton, FL.