1940s Princess coat - Extra small Eveningwear typical of JV at this

typical of JV at this time

Small discolouration at hem and by zip as pictured

and the weave is quite dense making it perfect for harsher weathers

Skirt is a hip skimming cut

Chest of garment 32" max

1940s Princess coat - Extra small Eveningwear typical of JV at thisA gorgeous & statuesque early 1940s coat in high quality black wool, from Hatchers label, a department store in Somerset established 1898 and still going strong. Fitted and gored in panels for princess cut fulness, with double breasted button fastening in the waist, and structured wide collar trimmed in what I believe to be soft spotted goat. Bound pockets to either side, with shoulderpads, and cream lining. 16 between shoulder seams Chest of garment