Super Rare Original 1940s Volup Vintage Plum Purple Gabardine Skirt Suit
This exquisite suit was made in the 1940s from plum purple gabardine. It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The sharp collar creates a flattering V neckline and has been accented with a small arrow brooch. A small hidden popper fastens the jacket at the bust and there are two beautiful fabric covered buttons at the waist. Matching buttons adorn the stunning decorative tabs at the shoulders and the large pockets at the side of the hip to give a wonderful continuity of detailing. Inside, the blazer is lined in purple crepe and has a maker’s label for Marshall Field & Company as well as a National Recovery Board tag. The matching skirt was cut in a gentle A line and fastens with an original metal side zipper and button closure above.
Jacket
Bust: 44”
Waist: 36”
Shoulders: 15” seam to seam
Skirt
Waist: 34”
Hips: 46”
Length: 31” plus 1 1/2” hem
The suit is in very good condition with only a few small pinholes and marks as pictured.
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This garment is available to purchase with or without dress shields. These clever little contraptions have been made by our seamstress to an original 1940s pattern and can be simply attached to your garment by tack stitching at the corners of the underarm seam, pinning (we wouldn’t recommend that, it hurts if it goes wrong, so if you try this, it is at your own risk only) or inserting tiny poppers. They then stand ready to absorb any sweat and body odours as needed and you can simply detach and launder them instead of your garment, saving you a fortune in dry cleaning bills.
They are equally suitable for suits, blazers and dresses and come in pure white cotton.
They are universally sized and super easy to use even for a sewing novice as only a couple of tiny stitches are required at each side to secure them.
We sell Dress Shields as a standalone item or at a discount if you purchase them with a garment. We will select the appropriate type to match the garment you have purchased.