I decided to visit the two vintage shops near my place today and I found a gorgeous houndstooth swing coat in taupe and cream which fit perfectly. I wasn't too big on the $50 price tag, but looked the coat over for anything that needed repairs and to look for tags to date it. I usually stick swing coats in the late 40's thru 50's era...but I found a label inside!
It has a National Recovery Board label (begun in 1934 and run until the 1960's) which I initially connected with National Recovery Act (1933-1935 only). Turns out the label has a tiny © '35 written on it as well so I was correct in my years.
This is officially the oldest garment I have in my collection!
It doesn't have a closure, though it looks like there was possibly something attached just above the buttons by the neck on the inside, only I can't fathom what. A hook & eye would make the most sense but the placing seems illogical?
Also, does anyone know what these are for? There is one on the other side as well and all I could think was somewhere to put your arms if you wore it as a cape, just over your shoulders?
I've seen similar things, or just random strands of ribbon inside fur coats before and can never figure out their purpose.
What a great find!!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous coat,its a really good find and will be worth a lot more one day! Love your blog border! XxxX http://thesecondhandrose.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely and cool find!! It is pretty and has a touch of real history attached to it! The oldest item I have is a WWII era black rayon dress with a white rooster print and red trim and red buttons.
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