Vintage Late 1950s Lilli Ann Semi Swagger Wool Cream Coat

Detail: Late 1950s vintage Lilli Ann semi swagger cream coat. French imported mohair wool. Fully lined in cream satin.Three button fastening to front. Pockets to side. Beautifully constructed throughout with three-quarter sleeves.

Period: Late 1950s

Condition: Excellent. The only issue is a small hole to the upper lining

Sizing: UK10-12. Small to Medium. Bust 46" / 117cm. Waist 52" / 132cm. Hips 60" / 152cm. Length 43" / 109cm

Colour: Cream

Fabric: Mohair and wool blend

Origin: USA

Vintage Late 1950s Lilli Ann Semi Swagger Wool Cream Coat

The Lilli Ann label started in San Francisco in 1933 by Adolph Schuman, naming his company for his wife, Lillian. The company became known for their beautiful, elaborately designed suits and coats. After WWII, Schuman went to France and it was during this time that the labels had “Paris” added to them. While in France, Schuman was buying fabrics, and many of the labels in Lilli Ann designs also contain the name of the French factory that made the fabrics. Many of these fabrics were bought from small textile companies, that were in such financial straits after the war that they were in danger of closing. Schuman bought from these small companies, and was thus credited with saving many of them from financial ruin. For his efforts Schuman was awarded medals from both France and Italy, and the Lilli Ann customer got a suit made of high quality, hand-loomed fabric.