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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:Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Professionally rewoven.
- Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
- Reference Number:
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