A vintage 1950s hand-knitted waistcoat or sleeveless cardigan, made from fine yarns which feel like pure wool with a burgundy front with light grey stripes & borders, and a grey back. It has a V neck, ribbed waistband, & fastens with 8 marbled early plastic buttons.
Please study the photographs carefully - they form an important part of the description.
Size: Suggested UK Small - Shown on a mannequin with a 38" chest (Please check measurements below) All measurements are external, taken with the garment laid flat, to be doubled where appropriate (with approx. metric equivalent): Chest pit to pit: 18” (46cm) Shoulder to shoulder: 14” (36cm) Length neck to hem: 23” (58.5cm) Across waist (unstretched): 14” (66cm)
Condition: In good condition overall, with light wear & a few bobbles - there is a small, very discreet repair to the right front (arrowed) - some matting & yellowing at the armpits which is more visible on the inside. 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.
