1940s Black Grosgrain Kimono Style Jacket

This exquisite 1930s Yvonne of Cherbourg hand painted silk jacket will effortlessly afford instant glamour to any ensemble. The piece is petite and feminine, with deeply considered a...

*Please note, that we will not be able to export this jacket overseas - it must be sent to a UK address, collected in-person or picked up by a courier from our London showroom.* This 1930s jacket is tailored from sleek black colobus monkey...

This two-in-one little black dress and jacket is by Mr John, a celebrated American couturier and one of the foremost milliners of the 20th century; his most famous costume designs being those made for Vivien Leigh in "Gone with the Wind," Marlene Dietrich in "Shanghai Express," Greta Garbo in "The Painted Veil" and Marilyn Monroe in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." Among the fashionable women who wore his designs were the Duchess of Windsor, Gloria Swanson, Gloria Vanderbilt, Lauren Bacall and Joan Crawford. The New York Times review of his 1956 fall clothing and accessories collection was "a gifted designer and skilled workman who produces some of the most original, wearable, flattering fashions to be seen anywhere." This evening ensemble was designed in 1956-1959 and tailored to an elegant silhouette with a nipped-in waist and mid-calf length skirt. Thick straps give way to a square neckline trimmed with layers of silk faille. A silver-tone zip and a hook-and-eye clasp secure the gown at the rear and a slit at the bottom hem of the skirt allows for easy movement. The bolero jacket is attached to the dress with large crystal-adorned buttons at the front. It is trimmed with silk faille at the collar and waist. Two pleated tails fall from the rear waist down the length of the skirt, adding a hint of theatre and taking cues from menswear traditions, in particular classic morning jacket...

This original 1960s black scalloped lace jacket with rose detail is a wonderfully versatile piece and in impeccable vintage condition. Designed to be worn open, the jacket is collarl...

Elegant black silk crepe coat. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR/40FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 42 cm - Sleeve ...

As fashion in Japan began to skyrocket, the strong presence of the traditional kimono still remains. The straight cuts of silk are carefully sewn together, crafting a robe that can fit every figure, making it easy to wear and infinitely adaptable. The cultural impression of the kimono was an eye-opener to the western world, becoming a stunning blend of elegance and cultural significance. Fashion industries across the globe began to fall head over heels for this traditional attire that remains a symbol of eastern regions today. Sewn from the finest of damask silk this 1930’s...

A chic black satin jacket from the 1940s. The jacket has a v neckline, elbow length sleaves with turn ups, a four button front opening and pockets...

Corinne H. long jacket, box shape, shawl collar, long raglan sleeves, bottom edged with a fringe of pearls and black pompoms. No size label but the jacket fits from 36 to 44: middle ...