Original Vintage Dupion
Dating from: 1960s
Label Cresta Couture
Measurements:
Side seam to side seam across the bust 40” (102 cm)
Side seam to side seam across the waist 44” (112 cm)
Side seam to side seam across the hem 56” (142 cm)
Length from back neckline to hem 40 “(101.5 cm)
Sleeve Length 20 “(51 cm)
A Rock Follies Vintage Size: 14 - 16 the label inside the coat is 16 to fit hips 41 bust 38 ( a Rock Follies Vintage size 14 )
modelled on a size 12 mannequin
Please check our size guide for how to take your measurements.
Fabric: Clear bright tomato red shot slub dupion giving a luxurious sheen, lined in a quality matching red acetate lining.
Style: A classic and well cut and tailored special occasion coat.
Features: The coat has been cut in three panels that fall in a gentle ‘A’ line, with two darts at the back into the neckline and two bust darts on the front panels. The stand collar gives a clean and classic look, the sleeves are a fully tailored two piece and the coat is fastened with five large and domed cover buttons with fabric rouleau loops. There are open vents at each side and to the front.
The dress shown in the photographs is in the 1960s dress collection search for ref number W60031
Ideal to wear for: Parties, Event Wedding or other Special Occasion
Vintage Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition:
Vintage items are not new they date back to a particular era, some have survived in amazing condition, while others may show some signs of age, but we feel they still deserve to make it into our collection.
Therefore, we have listed our items into three Conditions:
Excellent Vintage Condition: Means the item is in great shape for its age. (Most of our stock will fall into this category)
1960s Red Dupion Occasion Coat
Dry Clean Only