1940s Bullocks Wilshire Beige Wool Skirt Suit

Bullocks Wilshire was the pinnacle of luxury department stores for most of the last century, catering to the elite of Los Angeles society and Hollywood celebrities with exclusive departments and salons. In 1935, the 'Irene Salon' was created, where the gowns of Hollywood costumer designer Irene Gibbons were featured - a groundbreaking event  in that it was the first boutique inside a department store devoted to one American designer. Designed in a gray- beige wool gabardine, the detailing of this highly styled suit is phenomenal, just what you would expect from a Bullocks Wilshire garment in the 'Forties. The jacket has a long cut with a strong shoulder line, and a waist nipped through the use of clever tailoring with pleats and tucks at the shoulder and back. The front features three circular welted pockets, and closes with four stunning thread tied covered buttons. The jacket is lined in peach silk crepe. The skirt is straight and slim, with a side zipper closure, and is unlined. The jacket has several light, scattered age freckles, and there is a pin hole below the waistband at the back of the skirt, otherwise both pieces are in excellent condition. Jacket measures 38", waist 28", shoulder 15.5", sleeve 23", length 30".  Skirt measures waist 26", length 28".   $475

 

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