Kelly green gabardine 40's beaded suit


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  • green gabardine 40s beaded suit LST1
  • green gabardine 40s beaded suit LST1
  • green gabardine 40s beaded suit LST1
  • green gabardine 40s beaded suit LST1
  • green gabardine 40s beaded suit LST1
  • green gabardine 40s beaded suit LST1

Kelly green gabardine 40's beaded suit LST1

Condition: Very good

Price: $65

Measurements
Label: Forstmann 100% virgin wool
Jacket
Bust: 34”
Waist: 30”
Length: 25.5”
Sleeve length: 21”

Skirt
Waist: 31” (lower waist than orig.)
Hip: 36”
Length:23.5”

Description
The iridescent green glass beading only adds the charm of this kelly green wool gabardine suit from the late 1940’s. The jacket is a longer style, with beading from the front all the way around the back, with larger designs on each side. The straight skirt, which has been altered to fit in a more modern way, has had the waistband removed to fit flatter and a bit lower, and has been shortened. Other than the alterations to the skirt, the only issue with the suit is some discoloration in the lining (see pics). The color and the beadwork make this suit spectacular, and the alterations to the skirt may actually be an improvement in the fit for most modern ladies.