LILLI ANN 1970s True Vintage Jet Black Cloak Cape Poncho Coat Chenille 1980s M/L

GORGEOUS VINTAGE CAPE/PONCHO BY Lilli Ann. The lovely velvety chenille black Cape/Poncho is one of many made by Lilly and in the late 1970s / early 80s (Union made).
No fiber or fabric content indicated. Exterior feels like a tapestry type of fabric. JET BLACK COLOR (some photos are lightened so you can see the details) LILLI ANN LABEL. Fully lined

Some history on Lilli Ann: Lilli Ann’s husband traveled to Europe after WWII and sought after fine fabrics to use after the war was over, and he worked to create soft and luxurious fabrics such as this).

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SIZE: No size indicated-(Photos taken on my size 12 dress form—With room to spare). BUT For best fit, please refer to the measurements below:
Approx Inches:
High Bust/across the chest area-45” around
Across the Waist area-54” around
Length 33.5”
Sweep 68”
Shoulder to shoulder 17” (approximation)

CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition! So very rare! NOTABLE Issues: I can find no notable issues with it....dry cleaning is recommended, as with all Estate finds. *Please refer to the photos for additional details and descriptions.


DETERMINE YOUR FIT PRIOR TO PURCHASING:

1) OUR MEASUREMENTS: In sewing, ‘ease’ is the amount of room a garment allows the wearer beyond the measurements of their actual body. I provide measurements of my items (un-stretched) for you, however, it is suggested to add ease for comfort. Fitting ease will allow you to be able to breathe, move your arms, bend your elbows, sit, walk, and even dance! Ease varies depending on what part of the body you are clothing, but generally it is between ½”-2”. If you want your garment to be a ‘pin-up’ tight fit, make sure it’s close to your own body measurements, adding 1 or 2 inches in the bust and hip areas. If you want it to fit loosely, add more room as needed.

2) YOUR MEASUREMENTS: We always suggest you use the measurements of your own body to help with the accuracy of how the garment will fit. If you don’t have a measuring tape, use a ruler to measure a similar garment that fits you well. Follow our measuring guide pictures to compare our sizing with your measurements.

ABOUT VINTAGE:

Please understand that vintage clothing and vintage fabric have age to it, and even when in excellent condition, they show wear. They are not new items. Even the most cared for vintage items of clothing is likely to have some wear and tear and vintage pieces can commonly have tiny spots/marks, fading/yellowing, or pin holes. I attempt to present all damage by describing and photographing it but sometimes little things get by me. If you are not happy with your purchase, please contact me right away after receiving your purchase to arrange for a return. Items are sourced from local estate auctions, and business liquidations. Items will have some wear as to be expected with used goods. Please read the description and look at pictures carefully as all items will be as described. Measurements are taken to the best of our ability, but there may be a 5-10% variation. Please remember that colors photograph and can display differently depending on the camera and/or the computer.