This beautifully tailored suit was made in the 1940's by Richards Shops.
Made from smooth to the touch burgundy wool, the jacket is double breasted and features a nipped in waist, pockets, is fully lined and has neat turn back cuffs. The skirt is slim fitting, is half lined and fastens at the waist with poppers and a metal zip.
Measurements
The suit will best fit a 36-26-38 but to ensure it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own;
Jacket
Flat bust 19"
Flat waist 13.5"
Shoulders between sleeves 15.5"
Underarm sleeve length 17"
Flat bicep 7"
Length 22.5"
Skirt
Waist has two different hook fastenings so will fit a 25.5" or 26.5" max, so best for a 25" or 26"
Flat hip 18.5"
Length 30.5"
Condition
Very good with the following points to note;
- there are three 3mm darns in the back of the jacket
- a few small scuffs to the lining
- on the back skirt seam, just above the pleat, there is a 4" wibbly seam but it is barely noticeable