Rendered in the most breathtaking silhouette, this original late 1940's black jacket, embellished with black glass beads in an iconic undulating pattern, is just the piece to add to your vintage collection. 

The elegant rounded neckline is accented by a central slit, which draws the eye to the cross over design along the waistline of the jacket. The simple shoulder line, is set off by internally sewn shoulder pads along each shoulder seam, which accent the 3/4 length dolman cut sleeves, edged with turned up cuffs. The fitted cut of the jacket, draws in along the waistline in a cross over cut, which fastens centrally with a statement matching covered buttons and internally with a concealed press stud. The shoulder line, sleeves and top of the jacket are embellished with trailing and undulating black glass beads, finished with a pointed beaded design along the back of the shoulder line. This piece is un-lined.  

Label: Original Franklin, Chicago 

Measurements of the Jacket

Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches 

Shoulder to Hem: 17.5 inches

Shoulder to end of sleeve: 17 inches

Shoulder to Shoulder: 15 inches

Waist: 26 inches

Size: UK 8 US 4

Closures: 1 button and two concealed press studs 

Condition: This jacket is in perfect vintage condition. Gentle beadwork loss, but this is in no way apparent when the jacket is being worn. Please refer to the photographs, as they form part of the condition report. 

Fabric: Rayon Jersey, Glass Beads

Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.