Dress Suits
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| Vintage 70's Couture Dress Suit by Benson Landes Size Medium |
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 | Outstanding vintage 70's dress suit by haute couture designer, Benson Landes. This suit is a rare vintage gem! I can't find any other vintage garment by this designer although there was an example of his work in the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney, Australia.
In brief, Benson Landes began his own label in 1956 but gave up fashion design in 1981 to concentrate his career on his art work and sculptures. You can learn more about Benson Landes here.
DRESS: Wide, square neckline with short sleeves. White top with horizontal stripes in different widths. There's a thin fabric tie belt that fastens with a hook at the back. Two inverted/slashed pockets with striped welts. Rear enclosed zip with hook faster. Fully lined.
JACKET: Single breasted with a rolled collar in navy blue with contrasting striped edge. There are four, bound button holes with navy blue buttons, each with a gold-tone centre. Fastens with a press-stud at the top. The cuffs are decorated with a striped trim and one button. The jacket is fully lined including sleeves.
This suit has been hand-finished to a very high standard. The fabric quality is superb. It's made from pure new wool and is incredibly lightweight and comfortable to wear.
If you want to dress to impress, this chic designer suit is just the ticket! It's perfect for weddings and will look amazing worn with a hat. Wear it to the races or indeed anywhere you need to look smart.
The photographs provided are a true likeness of the colour which is orange/coral. More photos can be viewed in my Flickr Photostream here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/catwalkcreative/3640253585/
The measurements provided are of the actual garment. If you measure smaller, this garment should fit you. Approximate modern day size equivalent UK 12 (US 8).
Dress measures approx:
Chest 38" (96.5cm)
Waist 30" (76cm)
Hips 40" (101.5cm)
Length underarm to hem 36" (91.5cm)
Length centre back to hem 43" (109cm)
Upper sleeve length 9.5" (24cm)
Jacket measures approx (when laid out flat):
Width across back, shoulder to shoulder 15" (38cm)
Chest 38" (96.5cm)
Length centre back to hem 21" (53cm)
Upper sleeve length 24" (61cm)
Condition:
Excellent. This suit dates from the mid to late 1970's and although it's been worn, there are no tears or holes in the fabric. This suit is in beautiful condition.
There's a very faint mark to the front of the skirt which is hardly
noticeable and a small, faint mark on the right sleeve of the jacket,
again hardly noticeable and in no way detracts from the over all
condition of this garment which is excellent.
Please note: When dry cleaning this garment, I recommend using a specialist cleaner; one used to dealing with quality, vintage fabrics of this nature.
£250.00 with Free UK postage and reduced international shipping
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Summer Floral Dress and Jacket by Cache D'Or Size Small-Medium
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 | Adorable vintage 70's summer dress with matching jacket by Cache D'Or. Both garments are finished to a very high standard inside and out. The fabric is blue with ditsy florals in light blue and peach which gives the fabric a 40's feel. Just gorgeous! Peach-coloured piping detail all around the dress and jacket and the original tie belt is included.
The jacket has a standing collar and there are no fastenings at the front. Short sleeves with piping detail around the hems, yoke, cuffs and front plackets. There are soft gathers of fabric from the front and back yokes and two small side splits on the hem.
The dress has simple straps (non-adjustable) finished with piping. Slightly short-waisted (see bodice measurements below). Rear enclosed zip with hook fastener at the top. Small side pockets. Piping detail along the side seams and top of the bodice which has a pretty heart-shaped curve at the front.
Labelled: CACHE D'OR Mansfield Originals Ltd.
The measurements provided are of the actual garments. If you measure smaller, this suit should fit you. Approximate modern day size UK 10 (US 6). Please refer to the Size Guide if you require assistance with your measurements.
Jacket measures approx:
Width across back, shoulder to shoulder 15" (38cm)
Chest 40" (101.5cm)
Hips 40" (101.5cm)
Upper sleeve length 12" (30.5cm)
Sleeve circumference 13.5" (34.3cm)
Length, centre back to hem 24" (61cm)
Dress measures approx:
Chest 35" (89cm)
Waist 30" (76cm)
Hips 38" (96.5cm)
Length of bodice, from bottom of shoulder strap to waist 11" (28cm)
Length of bodice, from top of shoulder strap to waist 16" (40.5cm)
Length of skirt 27" (68.5cm)
Total length, top of shoulder strap to hem 43" (109cm)
Condition: Excellent/Mint. This suit looks unworn. No faults or issues.
Weight 500g
£45.00 plus shipping (choose your shipping destination from the drop-down menu below)
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