Original 1940s 40s Vintage Velvet Femme Fatale Suit With Check Accents housedress This stunning suit was made

This stunning suit was made in the 1940s from a mauve grey wool gabardine

however there are some professional darns which blend well into fabric and a few marks as pictured

The short sleeves are slightly gathered

Hips: 42” (potentially more due to pleats)

The tightly nipped waists leads to a beautifully flared skirt with lovely swish and movement

Original 1940s 40s Vintage Velvet Femme Fatale Suit With Check Accents housedress This stunning suit was madeThis gorgeous suit was made in the 1940s from a sumptuous black velvet. The blazer is cut in the classic hourglass silhouette with padded shoulders and a nipped waist accentuated with a slight peplum. The jacket fastens with four beautifully carved black glass buttons in a double breasted configuration. The large, sharp collar was created from a contrasting black and white check faille fabric. The same fabric has also been utilised for the large turn