This minimalist suit jacket is an early 1960s design with an avant garde label, in slubbed silk with wide-set double breasting and lovely bound buttonholes. Narrow notched lapels can be worn open or closed. Fully lined.

Ladies' Size
6 to 7

Measurements
Bust 33.5, Waist up to 32; Shoulder to Shoulder 14.5, Sleeve Length 19.5, Neck to Hem 20.5 Inches

Era
1960s

Label
' designed / by / JAX ' at back neck

Materials
Fine black silk blend in a lightweight slubbed suiting, thin and opaque with a slight lustre; black synthetic silky crepe lining

Closure
Center front black plastic buttons, neck to hem, with hook/eye at neck (the lowest six buttons are functional, the uppermost two are decorative)

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Lovely condition, the label has a re-stitched corner, the lining has a few subtle hints of shiny edges probably from pressing

Washing Instructions
Dry clean

Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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