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Vintage 1940's Silk Brocade Jacket Original 1940's Chinoiserie Jacket UK 14-16
Located in Cheltenham, GB
with gold woven thread accents, this original 1940's swing jacket is the perfect statement piece for
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1940s Jackets

1940s Fujibayashi Blue + Green + Gold Novelty Print Silk Vintage 40s Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1940s FUJIBAYASHI blue, green and gold novelty print vintage silk brocade jacket! Features
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1940s Japanese Jackets

1940s Black Grosgrain Kimono Style Jacket
Located in London, GB
This original late 1940s kimono style jacket is tailored from a rich black, man-made grosgrain
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1940s American Jackets

1940s Lilli Ann Gorgeous Black Wool + Sequins Dramatic Vintage 40s Jacket Coat
By Lilli Ann
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1940s LILLI ANN black wool and sequined jacket! Features a dramatic portrait collar, with
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1940s American Jackets

1940s Schleisner Co Flecked Grey Wool Jacket
Located in London, GB
This fine 1940s flecked grey wool jacket retailed in high end American department store Schleisner
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1940s American Jackets

Spectacular Irene Lentz Vintage 1940s 40s Gray Wool Blazer Jacket
By Irene Lentz, Irene
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely spectacular Irene Lentz vintage jacket from the 1940s. Pristine couture tailoring with
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1940s American Blazers

1940s Sally Slade Wool and Beaded Soutache Work Jacket
Located in London, GB
This late 1940s Sally Slade black blazer jacket has the most incredible beaded detail on the lapels
1940s Lanvin Haute Couture Black Wool and Braid Work Jacket
By Lanvin Paris
Located in London, GB
in the Art Deco taste. The jacket is in very good vintage condition, bordering on excellent, for a
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1940s French Jackets

Vintage Norma Kamali 1980s Does 1940s Sz 4 Gray Cropped Fitted 80s Blazer Jacket
By Norma Kamali
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage NORMA KAMALI 80s does 40s grey crop blazer jacket! Dark grey / black and white
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1980s American Blazers

1940s Navy Blue Sleek Deco Style Vintage 40s Princess Jacket Coat w/ Pockets
Located in San Diego, CA
Sleek mid 1940s navy blue soft wool deco style jacket coat! Features a fitted bodice with a
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1940s American Single-Breasted Jackets

Chic 1940s Black Duster / Opera Jacket w/ Crochet Details + Scalloped Edges
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful, chic 1940s vintage opera / duster jacket! Jet black color, with scalloped edges, and
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1940s Hong Kong Dinner Jackets

1940s Lilli Ann Black and White Avant Garde Wool Vintage 40s Peplum Jacket Coat
By Lilli Ann
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1940 LILLI ANN black and white Avant Garde wool jacket ! Features the finest soft wool fabric
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1940s American Single-Breasted Jackets

1940s Silk Multicolor Printed Kimono
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing our 1940s Silk Multicolor Printed Kimono, a true work of art that beautifully fuses
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1940s Jackets

Japanese Vintage Hanten Cotton Jacket 'Asai' 1940s
Located in Paris, FR
"jacket". `it has a loose, kimono-like design with a straight collar and is typically made of quilted
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

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Cotton

1940s Vintage Asymmetric Beige Silk 2-Piece Jacket + Skirt Women's Suit Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Asymmetric beige silk women's suit from the 1940s. The skirt is unlined with side metal zip and
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1940s American Skirt Suits

1940s Vintage Couture Silk & Wool Pin Striped Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning vintage 1940's couture suit featuring hand stitched silk lining, highest
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1940s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Vintage 1940's to 1950's Japanese Kimono Jacket: Japonisme Period
Located in San Francisco, CA
This perfectly designed 1950's Japanese Kimono Jacket was given to our charity from the estate of a
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1950s Japanese Jackets

VINTAGE 1940s EXAGGERATED SHOULDER BEADED JACKET
Located in San Francisco, CA
Birmingham, Alabama. Opened 1899. Shoulder width: 22" Bust: 34" Waist: 28" Sleeve: 24" Length: 28" (back neck to hem) Please e-mail or call us with questions at 415-440-155...
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1940s American Blazers

1940's Brown Embroidered Vintage Cape
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This vintage 1940's cape has three button tabs across the front with mother of pearl buttons. It
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1940s Unknown Capes

RARE Vintage 1940s PRINCE FASHION Pea Dress HONG KONG DESIGNER Coat Jacket S/M
Located in Asheville, NC
Prince Fashion, 1940s Dress Coat, Ribbed Wool Blend, Fully Lined with Embroidery, Round Collar, Two
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1940s Pea Coats

Vintage 1940's Glossy Black Colobus Monkey Fur Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Long, jet black, glossy genuine monkey fur bolero jacket from the 1940s. Extremely rare find and in
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20th Century American Art Deco Bolero Jackets

Vintage 1940's Black Sequin + Beaded Dinner Jacket with Peplum
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1940's vintage black formal jacket with sequin and beadwork along the lapels, peplum and
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1940s American Dinner Jackets

Vintage 1940's Black Asymmetrical Velvet Jacket tailored couture UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This incredibly tailored black velvet Late 1940's jacket, with perfectly embellished embroidered
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1940s American Jackets

1940s Vintage Black Ombre Monkey Shrug Jacket
Located in Wallkill, NY
Handmade stunner. 1940s Glam all the way Monkey with a hue of red in the front and the back
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1940s Bolero Jackets

BLACK VELVET 1940S JACKET W/FUR TRIM
Located in Alford, MA
Great vintage jacket, c. 1940s, of black velvet edged with white fur, possibly ermine, around
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1940s Jackets

BLACK VELVET 1940S JACKET W/FUR TRIM
BLACK VELVET 1940S JACKET W/FUR TRIM
Size: approximate size 0
House of Erdrich Brown Jacket Circa 1940s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, you'll notice the sun fading in the photos. pressing marks on the jacket. ✂----M e a s u r e m e n t s
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1940s American Jackets

1970S Hand Embroidered Cotton Jacket Made From Vintage 1940S Chenille
Located in New York, NY
1970s Hand Embroidered Cotton Jacket Made from Vintage 1940s Chenille
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1970s Bolero Jackets

1940s Vintage Striped Rainbow Bolero Jacket in Shaggy Terry Cloth
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage 1940s bolero jacket in shaggy terry cloth rainbow stripes! Elbow length puff
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1940s American Bolero Jackets

Pristine Irene Lentz Vintage 1940s 40s Black Wool Blazer or Suit Jacket
By Irene Lentz, Irene
Located in Sparks, NV
Pristine black tailored jacket by Irene Lentz. Stunning couture detailing and craftsmanship. A rare
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1940s American Blazers

"Traje de Luces" Vintage Gold Matador Jacket, circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage men's matador jacket Circa 1930s-1940s Champagne satin base with 3D embroidery, sequins
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Mid-20th Century Cropped Jackets

Ceil Chapman Vintage Beaded 1940's Jacket + Skirt 2-Piece Set
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning black crepe Ceil Chapman vintage suit from the 1940's. Heavy glass beading, strong
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1940s American Skirt Suits

Vintage 1940's Silk Pink Floral Dress & Jacket UK 14 US 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
and in a striped pattern, this original 1940's dress and matching jacket is the perfect addition to
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1940s Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage 1940s Gold + Black Satin Dress + Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Gold and brown printed satin jacket and dress set from the 1940s. The jacket features front button
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1940s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage Helen Carter 1940's 40s Brown Silk Taffeta 2-Pc Suit- Jacket + Skirt Set
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous iridescent silk taffeta skirt suit from the 1940's. The jacket has strong shoulders, 3/4
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1940s American Skirt Suits

Vintage Royal of California 1940s 40s Tiki Dress, Belt + Bolero Jacket Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
the late 1940's. The dress is strapless and features side metal zip closure and pockets. The matching
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1940s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1940s Black Crepe Jacket with Beaded Motif
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage soft black crepe lightweight jacket/ blouse with amazing novelty beaded street
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1940s Blouses

1940's Vintage Leopard Print Fur Mouton Sleeve Jacket Coat
By M Blaustein
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wow. This is a stunning 1940s two fur jacket By M Blaustein of Short Hills. 2 slit pockets with 4
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1940s Jackets

1940s Lilli Ann Grey Black Avant Garde Vintage 40s Asymmetrical Wool Jacket
By Lilli Ann
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1940s LILLI ANN gray wool jacket! Features a soft textured wool, and is fully lined
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1940s American Jackets

Vintage 1940s 40s Navy Blue Wool Jacket with Red Bobble Buttons
Located in Sparks, NV
Fantastic 1940s tailored navy wool jacket with red bobble buttons. Details: Fully Lined
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1940s American Blazers

Vintage 1940s 40s Blue Silk Velvet Formal Opera Coat or Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous deep blue silk velvet opera jacket with ruched shoulders and balloon sleeves. Details
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1940s American Dinner Jackets

Emanuel Ungaro Vintage 1980s does 1940s Red and Black Plaid Wasp Waist Jacket 8
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage EMANUEL UNGARO 80s does 40s black and red plaid wasp waist super soft virgin wool
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1980s Italian Blazers

1940s Fur Leopard Print vintage Vest
Located in Wallkill, NY
and supple Slit side pockets Circa 1940’s Wonderful addition to your wardrobe, can be
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1940s American Vests

Vintage 1940 s Embroidered Bed Jacket
Located in London, GB
A pretty peach colour vintage bed jacket form the 1940s . The jacket is covered in a pretty floral
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1940s Unknown Loungewear

Vintage 1940s 40s Dusty Rose Linen Jacket + Skirt Dress Suit
Located in Sparks, NV
Lovely vintage dusty rose linen skirt suit with a matching short sleeve jacket and skirt. Both
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1940s Skirt Suits

1940s Vintage Couture Silk & Wool Pin Striped Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning vintage 1940's couture suit featuring hand stitched silk lining, highest
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1940s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Vintage Exclusive Panthere Print Jacket
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare vintage fur jacket 1940's We offer more luxurious fur coats, view our frontstore Details: 2
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1940s Unknown Coats

Vintage Scarab Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Portrait-Cut Ring, Vintage Blumarine Jacket, and Vintage 1940s Mexican Embroidered Blouse pictured are also
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20th Century Victorian Retro Bracelets

1940's Rose Gold Sequined Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage jacket dates to the 1940's and is made of nude netting that is entirely covered in rose
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1940s Jackets

Rare 1940's Mariano Fortuny Stenciled Jacket
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940’s Mariano Fortuny burnished gold and teal cotton sateen stenciled evening jacket, linked in
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1940s Jackets

A 1940s Vintage Embroidered Wool Jacket
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A 1940s vintage open-front jacket with rounded patch pockets and an absolutely incredible
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1940s Unknown Jackets

Vintage 1940's Wool Pearl Trim Princess Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's coat * blue and ivory wool boucle * pearl and rhinestone trim * rhinestone
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1940s Jackets

Vintage 1940's Green Wool Mink Fur Trim Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's coat * green wool gabardine * mink fur trim * raised and rolled stitching
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1940s Jackets

1940s Black Velvet Vintage Evening Jacket W Swing Back & Gathered Puff Sleeves
By Lord & Taylor
Located in Portland, OR
This is one of the most incredible evening jackets we've ever seen! The luxurious black velvet
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1940s Unknown Jackets

Glamorous Monkey Jacket
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Vintage 1940's Monkey Jacket In excellent condition
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1940s Jackets

Vintage 1940's Linen and Lace Dress with Bolero Jacket
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's dress and jacket * chartruese and lilac linen * lace bodice with beading and
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Wool and Fur Trimmed Jacket and Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's jacket and dress * black wool * illusion sleeves * metal side and neck zippers
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's David Perlman Halter Dress and Bolero Jacket
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's dress * deep blue silk * fuzzy rhinestone appliques * peplum waist * halter
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Dale Evans Style Riding Western Show Jacket
Located in Toronto, ON
This is a very unique piece. I believe this to be a women's 1940's era riding jacket that was worn
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1940s American Coats and Outerwear

Vintage 1940's Gilbert Adrian Light Blue Gabardine Asymmetric Noir Jacket Suit
By Gilbert Adrian
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Spectacular Gilbert Adrian two-piece skirt suit dating back to the mid 1940's. He created the
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1940s American Skirt Suits

Vintage 1940's Irene Lentz Cream Silk Gradient Buttons Deco-Star Jacket Suit
By Irene Lentz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant and ultra unique Irene Lentz raw-silk suit dating back to the late-1940's. Irene Lentz
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1940s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

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Vintage Jacket 1940s For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage jacket 1940s for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of vintage jacket 1940s includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding appealing vintage jacket 1940s such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Irene Lentz, Irene and Lilli Ann each produced popular versions that are worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Vintage Jacket 1940s?

Prices for vintage jacket 1940s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $4,000, while these items, on average, fetch $595.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Vintage Jacket 1940s
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, leather jackets were popular in the 50s. They became a trend after Marlon Brando wore one in the 1953 film The Wild One. Beloved by rockers, rebels and outsiders, the original leather biker jacket was introduced by the Schott Brothers, in Manhattan, in 1928. Because of its association with motorcycle club riots, U.S. schools banned the jackets for a time. Shop a selection of leather jackets from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    To tell if a leather jacket is vintage, look for a maker's label. Once you have located the label, consult trusted online resources to determine when the brand was active. For makers that are still in business, examine online photographs of their labels from various time periods to find a match and estimate the age of your jacket. For a piece to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage leather jackets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a Chanel jacket, take a close look at the neck tag. You should see the style number, size in French sizing and a two digit number followed by the letter C for cruise, P for spring or A for autumn. This represents the year and collection. For example, 14C is the 2014 cruise collection. Once you know the style number and collection, use reputable online resources to ensure that Chanel actually produced that jacket for that season with that number. Shop a wide range of expertly vetted Chanel jackets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you wear a vintage tweed jacket is largely a matter of personal preference. Slip one on with trousers or a pencil skirt to create a polished ensemble for work or elevate your weekend jeans by adding one. Shop a variety of vintage tweed jackets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Many fashion lovers believe that vintage leather jackets are worth it. Due to their unique character and luxurious material, leather jackets from well-known makers, such as Versace, Hermès, Chanel and Christian Dior, are popular among collectors. You can choose from a wide range of styles, from cropped biker-chic looks to sweeping trenches made of sumptuous leather. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage leather jackets is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of vintage leather jackets and other jackets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    To tell if a vintage leather jacket is real, first look for any tags that show the material content. You can also do a quick test by applying one to two drops of water to an inconspicuous area. If the water is absorbed, the jacket is likely real leather. Water will usually roll off faux leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of leather jackets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

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