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Mod Italian Dolce Vita Black and Red Stripe A-Line Wool Vespa Suit- M, 1960s

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It simply doesn't get more "dolce vita" than this suit: mod A-line skirt, double knit wool, red lining, Lambretta-like hardware. Best worn atop a scooter traveling at breakneck speed. Che tu sei bella! Double knit moto jacket with variegated horizontal stripe, point collar and front slash pockets; roll-back cuffs, pocket interiors, reverse side of collar and entire jacket lined in red knit. Two-way metal “riri” zipper closure with circular metal pull; gold tone luggage latch pocket closures. Matching A-line skirt with rear metal zipper closure and top metal tab closure; rear kick pleat. Fully lined in red knit. fabric: double knit wool noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: professionally rewoven condition: excellent with above invisible repair measurements: •jacket• collar: 4 ½” at widest shoulders: 16” sleeve: 19 ½” from shoulder, 13 ½” from underarm sleeve circumference: 13 ½” at upper arm, 10 ½” at wrist bust: 40” waist: 42” length: 19” from shoulder, 12” from underarm •skirt• waist: 28” hips: 40” length: 22” including ¾” plain waistband sweep: 47” (kick pleat closed) hem: 3 ½” label: Gentucca (Gia Portofino) - made in Italy size: vintage size 12; comparable to modern size medium
  • Designer:
    Gentucca
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: vintage 12; comparable to size M (US)Bust: 40 in (101.6 cm)Waist: 28 in (71.12 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)
  • Style:
    Mod (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Material Notes:
    Unusual pocket hardware and 2-way pull-ring zipper.
  • Condition:
    Altered (not by designer). Professionally rewoven.
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0331.12.0071stDibs: LU86433866503

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