Across waist (unstretched): 17” (43
in my opinion they are barely visible when worn - a few slightly larger repairs to the armpit seams - minor discolouration to the buttons & to the armpits - a few very faint small marks & a couple of pinholes
A rare vintage 1940s British hip-length swing or swagger jacket
backed with black cotton twill & lined to match the sleeves with an inside pocket
Trouser waist: 16 1/2" (42cm) [about 1" let out]
Vintage Mens 1940s European Tailored 2 Piece Suit Dark Blue Pinstripe Rayon Single Breasted 38" jacket Across waist (unstretched): 17” (43A fantastic vintage 1940s European (most likely German) suit, stylishly tailored with some super details from a light medium weight, soft & drapey rayon twill weave fabric in dark blue with fine off white pinstripes. The jacket is a single breasted, notch lapel style with heavily padded shoulders, 3 fairly close set buttons, fitted waist, welted chest & lower flap pockets, cuffs with 3 decorative buttons; lined in black rayon with blue striped sleeve