Gorgeous Original Vintage Late 1940s 40s Red And Black Tweed Swing Coat With Bishop Sleeves  black_coat The dress is in good

The dress is in good condition

The fabric belt is attached at the back of the coat and can be tied to give further definition to the waist

The high neckline emphasises the strong padded shoulders of the dress

This gorgeous dress was made from cold rayon in the 1940s

Gorgeous Original Vintage Late 1940s 40s Red And Black Tweed Swing Coat With Bishop Sleeves  black_coat The dress is in goodThis stunning coat was made in the late 1940s from a red and black wool tweed. It was cut in the classic swing shape of the period with a loose fit hanging in beautiful folds from strong padded shoulders. The large sharp dagger collar has been backed in black velvet and looks amazing worn up at the back as well as down. It leads to a single row of three black domed buttons that fasten the coat. Matching velvet has also been used to back the large turn