1940s Silk Jacquard Jacket with Art Deco Detailing and Frog Closures

1940s Silk Jacquard Jacket with Art Deco Detailing and Frog ClosuresA striking and highly elegant silk jacquard jacket from the 1940s, combining classic Hollywood era tailoring with lingering Art Deco influences. Cut to create a strong, confident silhouette, this piece features structured shoulders (with original shoulder pads), a defined waist, and a softly flared A line shape through the hips an unmistakably glamorous wartime era profile. The fabric is a luxurious silk jacquard in a rich magenta tone, woven with

making this a perfect Valentine’s piece

construction and signature psychedelic floral appliqué match documented Edouard models from the late 1960s

Styling notes: This is the kind of coat that’s meant to be worn with an effortless

known as shisha embroidery

creating a sculptural yet wearable shape

flowing prairie dresses or sharp tailoring

laced at the front with suede ties

and colours gives this piece a tapestry-like quality — expressive

It fastens with distinctive chunky square buttons which have a substantial feel — possibly early synthetic such as Bakelite or celluloid — adding to its mid-century character

A classic and deeply wearable Afghan coat from the 1970s

adding a luxurious feel and smooth structure throughout

mid-20th century (sourced in India in the 1970s)