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Opulent Mint Green Satin Brocade Opera Coat Ensemble for Saks Fifth Avenue

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Opulent mint green satin brocade opera coat ensemble ca 1960s The sweeping pale green brocade evening coat is designed with luxurious satin brocade fabric with gold metallic floral motifs. The exquisite fabric has an Asian style influence Paired with a matching satin brocade sleeveless empire gown The luminous satin fabric was designed in British Hong Kong The elegant evening coat is paired with eight fabric covered matching buttons that run down the upper front section Both the opera coat and gown are lined in pale green silk blend fabric Makes a stunning ensemble that is as chic and luxurious as it was in the 1960s. Has the original Saks Fifth Avenue label and retail tags intact Labeled a US size 12 As vintage garment refer to the measurements for the contemporary size equivalent The opera coat length from the top center collar to the hem = 56" inches The coat length from the shoulder to the hemline = 55.5 inches The coat underarm bust section measured flat side to side = 18" inches The complete opera coat bust buttoned measures 36" inches The coat shoulders measure 15" inches seam to seam The outer sleeve length measures 21" inches The inner sleeve length measures 14" inches The coat waist section measured flat side to side = 16" inches The coat hips measured flat side to side = 25" inches The empire style sleeve brocade gown is also labeled US Size 12 Refer to measurements for the contemporary size equivalent The gown length from top of the shoulder strap to the hem = 54" inches The gown underarm bust section measured flat side to side = 15" inches The waist section measured flat side to side = 14" inches The complete waist measures 28" inches The gown hips measured flat side to side = 21" inches The gown has a 1.5 inch hem that could be let out
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  • Dimensions:
    Length: 56 in (142.24 cm)Marked Size: Vintage Size 12 (US)Waist: 28 in (71.12 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 55.5 in (140.97 cm)
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  • Material Notes:
    The mint green satin brocade opera coat and matching empire style gown were made in British Hong Kong. The shell fabric is 50% Silk 35% Rayon 15% Metallic The lining is 70% Rayon 30% Silk
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very nice condition. Appears to have been carefully stored & seldom worn.
  • Seller Location:
    University City, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7362853673
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