This classic suit was made in the 1940's and is labelled 'FORSTMANN' in the front and 'Designer Original Exclusively at Frances Shop' in the back neck.
Made from medium weight navy wool, it is a fabulous suit which has been beautifully tailored. It has the broad shoulders you expect to find in a mid 1940's suit and also features covered buttons, pockets, a slim fitting skirt and fabulous filled cutout detail in the front jacket. The jacket is fully lined, the skirt is unlined.
A timeless suit which is perfect for the vintage lover.
Measurements
The suit is too big for the mannequin and will best fit up to a 38-27-40 depending on what you intend to wear underneath it. However, to ensure that it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own;
All measurements taken on the outside.
Jacket
Flat bust 20"
Flat waist 15"
Shoulders between sleeves 16"
Underarm sleeve length 18"
Length 26.5"
Skirt
Flat waist 13.75"
Flat hip 20"
Length 30"
Condition
Good with the following points to note;
- the zip has been partly hand sewn in
- the back pleat detail has a small repair at the top
- slight wear to the buttons
- main issue is discolouration on the inner back collar - it might lift with dry cleaning but I'm not sure so it has been priced accordingly