Absolutely STUNNING 1948 princess coat. Done in camel wool gabardine in a fit and flare shape (Dior influenced for sure!) Covered buttons down the front with high funnel collar and dramatic attached cape. Fully lined in satin. A rare find!
The ad said this style was "Christian Dior inlfluenced. Dramatic cape coat. Interpreted in grey gabardine cloth by Lilli Ann $69.50" ($900 in today's money)
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Brand: Lilli Ann
Size on tag: none
Fits like: xs
Color: tan
Material: gabardine wool
Condition: Excellent Vintage: teeny darn on the collar and at the hem of skirt, very minor. (see last pic)Tiny, ever so light discoloration at the waist by button and a streak at the back of waist...you really have to inspect to see these! Gabardine especially this color shows everything but this is almost pristine!
✂-----Measurements
Bust (underarm seam) : 36"
Waist: 28"
Hips: open
Total length: 44.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Sleeve (underarm seam): 23.5"