This high style jacket was made in the 1940's and is labelled 'The Madison Shop'.
Made from wool it buttons high and has a wide collar and nipped waist. The sleeves have great fullness at the top and it is single breasted, fastening with two-tone buttons. Fully lined.
A stylish addition to any vintage wardrobe.
Measurements
The jacket will best fit up to 35" bust, depending on the thickness of the garments you intend to wear beneath it. To ensure it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own and note all measurements have been taken on the outside of the piece.
Flat bust 18"
Flat waist 13"
Shoulders between sleeves 15"
Underarm sleeve length 17"
Length from back neck to hem 27"
Condition
Good with the following points to note;
- it has been stored for many years and has slight storage odour, but this will air out
- a cluster of dark marks on the right elbow area
- a few small plucks
- a few light marks - see photos
- some light marks on the lining and a couple of pinhead holes
- some slight evidence that the buttons have been moved at some point