Original 1940s 40s Vintage Aubergine Gabardine Blazer With Amazing Geometric Collar And Pockets coat giving it a purple appearance

giving it a purple appearance from a distance

However this is easily overlooked owing to the petite nature of the beads and colour of the garment

The edge of the brim was trimmed with black satin and the same material covers the entirety of the crown in voluminous pleats

The jacket is in good condition throughout

The dress has a side metal zipper and inside there is a double elevens luxury rationing label

Original 1940s 40s Vintage Aubergine Gabardine Blazer With Amazing Geometric Collar And Pockets coat giving it a purple appearanceThis fabulous blazer was made from rich aubergine purple gabardine in the 1940s. It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The sharp notched lapel collar has wonderful geometric stitch detailing at the edge and leads to four beautiful fabric covered buttons with square centres. The huge triangular pockets add a stunning detail to the jacket. Inside, the blazer is lined in blue crepe and is