1940s two piece rayon suit bears an older L’Aiglon label that I have never had the pleasure of seeing before.  The creative print is so small that I didn’t even notice it’s detail until we began taking close up photos.  Miniscule print includes: exclamation points, ampersands, astrix, pound signs and more!

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It is either the cursingest suit ever, or was originally worn by a woman who went to work during WWII as a “secretary.”  Other features of this unlined summer suit include:

• Patch pockets trimmed with black piping.
• Fish Eye darts.
• Elbow darts at the sleeve.
• Fully lined peplum.
• Hook and eye at waist of jacket.
• Notched collar with a small hidden abalone button to close the collar high at the neck with a thread loop found on opposite collar.
• A line skirt with metal zipper by National and button closure

Measurements

Jacket measurements

Bust 34 inches

Waist 26 inches

Hip 40 inches

Sleeve Length 20 inches

Shoulder to Waist 15 inches

Shoulder to Shoulder 14 inches

Length from Shoulder Seam to Peplum Hem 20 inches

Buttons .75 inches in diamter

Skirt Measurements

Waist 26 inches

Hip 40 inches

Waist to Hem 27 inches

Skirt Sweep 65 inches (in keeping with the WWII era L-85 restrictions of hems having no more the 72 inches of fabric)

Models Measurements

Suzanne’s measurements are 35″ bust 26″ waist and 40″ hip.  We do not recommend this suit to anyone who’s measurements exceed Suzanne’s as it was a sung fit on her.

Condition

Loose threads on abalone neck button.

Grade: EXCELLENT!

This darling dress boasts a print of open and closed frilly parasols with flowing ribbons tied in loose bows.  Structurally, this 1940s custom made dress features a shirred peplum and shirring at the sides that accommodates the fullness of the bust.  The garment opens via buttons down the back with some snaps added in strategic positions like the neck and waist.  Hem of peplum is interfaced for a more structured ruffle.  Absolutely adorable!

Measurements

Bust 38 inches

Waist 28 inches (would probably fit a 27 inch waist best)

Hip 40 inches

Shoulder to Waist 17 inches (please note: this dress is rather long waisted)

Arm hole opening 17 inches in circumfrence

Length from Shoulder Seam to Hem 46 inches

Condition

I just noticed that the back darts have been taken in a pinch, so there is a little room to have it let out if it is too tight in the bust for you.  No holes or stains.  Hand stitched hem can be taken up, but is down as far as it can go, so this dress cannot be lengthened.

Grade: Very Good