Rare! Early 1950's Lilli Ann New Look Princess Coat in Metallic Gold Tweed / S
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A truly rare and exceptional example of Lilli Ann's New Look-era mastery, and one of the more unusual and beautiful fabrics Iāve encountered in a Lilli Ann. The coat is cut in a dramatic princess silhouette ā nipped, fitted waist flaring into a full, swinging skirt ā with a generous shawl collar and long dolman sleeves that taper elegantly to the wrist. Two fabric-covered buttons close the double-breasted waist.
The fabric itself is amazing: a slubbed, hand-loomed mohair and wool tweed shot through with metallic gold thread, woven in shifting bands of sage green, periwinkle, and cream. The tag confirms it was loomed in Paris ā "Luxurious Fabric of France" ā a specialty import Lilli Ann was known to source for its most special pieces, underscoring the label's French couture aspirations even while manufacturing stateside. The coat is fully lined in a shimmering iridescent orchid taffeta that flashes pink and violet as it moves, a luxe finishing touch that adds glamour and drama. The coat features hidden pockets at the side and is in overall excellent condition. Freshly dry cleaned and ready to wear.Ā
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Bust: up to 36" / shoulder to waist: 15"/ 16" across the shoulders
waist: up to 26.5"
Hips: up to openĀ
Total length: 44"
Fits a smallĀ
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Label: Lilli Ann of San FranciscoĀ Ā
Material: woven in France blend of mohair, wool and metallic gold threadĀ
Condition: excellent overall with minor signs of wear, faint stain on the bottom half of the front lapel, only seen upon close inspection. One of the buttons is fraying at the sides as is the button hole. See close up pictures. Wears and presents beautifully.Ā
All of our pieces are thoroughly inspected and repaired by our in house professional seamstress prior to shipping to ensure your garment is in ready to wear condition upon arrival. We ship our items out on Thursdays. Please allow extra time for wedding dresses and large orders.Ā
*Please compare measurements to a garment you currently own to ensure proper fit! Please note: most of our pieces are clipped to fit our dress forms (bust: 34" waist: 23")
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