Vintage 1950s Jacket Wasp Waist Statement Shoulders V50s Bombshell by Kara

$32.56

Shipping to United States: $42.53
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Genuine Vintage 1950s Ladies Jacket by Kara in Salmon Pink
Hand made and tailored
Made of English pure worsted wool and retailed in Harrods - purchased September 1951
Stunning detailing to the pockets and collar.
Silk lined for all weather wear.
Warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
The front is beautifully fitted, with dainty darting. The collar and finishing has been fabulously hand sewn.
This jacket has been very loved and is well worn. There are a few nibbles but the fabric is firm. There is also an invisible mend to the back and there are marks to the cuff. Despite this the jacket it very wearable

The jacket is part of a consignment of vintage clothing from an English country estate
The lining is silk and has been hand stitched into the garment.

The garment has been shown in natural light for clarity and is completely untouched digitally. All measurements have been taken when the jacket was laid flat and is the actual seam to seam measurements. Kindly consider this when comparing against ones own size.


Length; 24”
Across the shoulders; 16”
Sleeve length; 23”
Underarm to underarm; 40”
Waist; 36”
Along the hem/Hip; 42”

A most desirable addition to any 1950s or retro outfit. The perfect jacket to team with a crisp white shirt, pearls and jeans, tapered trousers or worn with a contrasting wiggle pencil dress or skirt.
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