Original 1940s 40s Vintage Red And Black Check Suit With Velvet Collar ZG There is a horizontal stripe

There is a horizontal stripe to the fabric which is achieved by a very subtle change in weave to the fabric Making it only apparent when the light hits it

Pleats at the waistline give a little volume and movement to the skirt

A rounded collar marks the starting point of two offset lines of triple glass buttons down the centre of the blouse at the bust and then slightly fewer from then on forth

however there are some depressions to the pile of the velvet

A back belt is attached with a button on each side of the waist and there is a concealed rear metal zipper

Original 1940s 40s Vintage Red And Black Check Suit With Velvet Collar ZG There is a horizontal stripeThis stunning suit was made from a red and black micro check wool in the 1940s. It is cut in a classic hourglass silhouette with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The notched lapel collar is accented with black velvet and leads to a single row of seven burgundy buttons which fasten the jacket. Gorgeous panel work at the bust further highlights the shape of the jacket, there are small functional pockets at the waists and the sleeves are finished