Vintage 1950s Evening Coat with Cape Style Shawl Collar Black Wool Ladies Size L frilly bib collar Very good condition with no

Very good condition with no wear or flaws to note

I assume that a specialist would be able to do this

so this would have been a quite costly dress to produce

Shoulders:  17 1/2” across

Vintage 1950s Evening Coat with Cape Style Shawl Collar Black Wool Ladies Size L frilly bib collar Very good condition with noThis is a fabulous evening coat dating to the 1950s, featuring exceptionally sophisticated style. The coat has a cape like shawl collar that covers the upper sleeves and upper body of the coat. The collar is constructed with wedge shaped pleating that is visible on the underside of the collar (see second to last close up photo). The collar can be worn up or down as desired. The sleeves are inset and in a 3 4 length that tapers to the cuff. The body of