Vintage Mens 1940s 1950s Double Breasted Suit Slate Grey Herringbone Wool 36" Handmade draped bib panel

draped bib panel

home made from drapey rayon crepe with a textured self-pattern in a chartreuse or greeny mustard colour

with stylish wider-than-usual waistband

Sweater: Bust (measured 9" up from the hem (where the bust dart ends): 18" (45

Have been thoroughly steamed prior to listing

Vintage Mens 1940s 1950s Double Breasted Suit Slate Grey Herringbone Wool 36" Handmade draped bib panelA really nice vintage two piece suit from the late 1940s or early 1950s, made from wool herringbone weave fabric in slate or graphite grey. The double breasted jacket has strongly padded shoulders, broad lapels, fitted waist, flapped lower pockets, & 4 x 2 button fastening; it is fully lined in grey rayon twill with off white sleeve linings. The trousers are full cut & wide in the leg, with stylish wider than usual waistband, extra deep double inward