Wonderful Original 1940s Volup Vintage Cream Plaid Boucle Short Swing Jacket Coat 24" and under With such a colourful print

With such a colourful print this dress is simply crying out for some Bakelite accessorising

The v-neckline is framed with a notched label collar which gives this coat an almost military feel

so please allow some room in the below measurements

The silk lining of the coat does however show some underarm damage as pictured

The small collar has been bound with shiny decorative trim

Wonderful Original 1940s Volup Vintage Cream Plaid Boucle Short Swing Jacket Coat 24" and under With such a colourful printThis stunning coat was made in the late 1940s from cream boucle wool with a black plaid pattern. It was cut in the classic shorter length swing style of the period with padded shoulders and a loose fit below. The small notched lapel collar creates a high neckline and the jacket is open at the front. Huge turn up cuffs finish off the sleeves beautifully and small pockets add a practical element. Inside, the coat is lined in cream rayon and has a makers