Reproduction 1940s Hand Knitted Cardigan Blue Wool UK XS
Reproduction 1940s Hand Knitted Cardigan Blue Wool UK XS
A reproduction 1940s style cardigan by 'Foxy Forties', hand knitted from a wool/silk mix in marled forget-me-not blue. It has a round neck with tie, scalloped leading edge, star stitches across the shoulders & down the front edge, & deep ribbed waistband & cuffs; it fastens with 7 vintage clear plastic buttons.
Please study the photographs carefully - they form an important part of the description.
Size: Suggested UK XS. Shown on a mannequin with a 34" bust (Please check measurements below)
All measurements are external, taken with the garment laid flat, to be doubled where appropriate (with approx. metric equivalent):
Bust: relaxed 16 1/4", fully stretched 17 1/2" (41.2cm - 44.4cm)
Shoulder width seam to shoulder seam (shoulders are intended to extend into the sleeve head: 13" (33cm)
Width at hem: relaxed 11 1/2" , fully stretched 14" (29.2cm - 35.6cm)
Sleeve length shoulder to cuff: 23 3/4" (60.2cm)
Sleeve width at widest point (armpit level): relaxed 5 1/2" , fully stretched 7" (14cm - 17.8)
Approx length (neck back to hem): 17" (43.2cm)
Condition:
In very good condition with light wear overall. Has been carefully hand washed & steamed prior to listing.
Returns:
I do my very best to carefully list/illustrate any flaws I find. This item is sold as is - no returns unless the item has been grossly misrepresented.
Please check the above measurements and compare to a similar garment of your own before buying - no refund offered for items that don’t fit
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