Superb Original 1940s Vintage Brown And Aqua Turquoise Plaid Coat 50s Exquisite seam work nips in

Exquisite seam work nips in the waist and below the waist a padded peplum emphasises the wearer’s shape even further

The coat closes with a single popper fastening at the waist and is decorated with contrastingly textured poodle spots

which marks the starting point for a single row of five fabric covered buttons

Its rounded collar and placket have been trimmed with white linen

This incredible hat was made in the 1930s from natural pleated straw

Superb Original 1940s Vintage Brown And Aqua Turquoise Plaid Coat 50s Exquisite seam work nips inThis superb coat was made in the 1940s from wool in a vibrant turquoise and brown plaid pattern. It was cut in the classic swing coat style of the period with strong padded shoulders and a loose voluminous fit below. The large dagger collar emphasises the strong silhouette and leads to ten buttons in a double breasted configuration which fasten the coat. Functional slit pockets add a practical element and huge turn up cuffs finish off the wide cut