Elegant Original 1940s Vintage Black Swing Coat With Soutache Shoulders And Statement Buttons Jacket The coat is cut in

The coat is cut in a cape style with a single hook and eye fastening at the neckline

the coat is lined in brown crepe with an internal tie for a more tailored fit

which attests to its suitability for summer wear

the jacket is lined in navy blue crepe and bears the National Recovery Board label as well as a maker’s label for L

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Elegant Original 1940s Vintage Black Swing Coat With Soutache Shoulders And Statement Buttons Jacket The coat is cut inThis wonderful coat was made from black wool gabardine in the 1940s. It was cut in the classic wartime silhouette with strong padded shoulders and a loose swing fit below. The edges of the collar have been topstitched for a lovely detail and the shoulders feature exquisite soutache embroidery. Two stunning metal centred buttons fasten the coat at the front and smaller buttons adorn the sleeve cuffs. Functional slit pockets at the waist add a practical