1940s BEN REIG navy gabardine suit xs small | new winter
m i n t : pristine with no signs of wear- possibly deadstock
e x c e l l e n t : signs of normal wear and age- no obvious flaws
v e r y g o o d : noted minor flaws that may have been already repaired - very wearable
g o o d : many noted minor flaws and/or mends -wearable
f a i r : numerous noted flaws and mends, some significant - still wearable
Incredible 1940's suit by Omar Kiam for Ben Reig! Done in a fine wool gabardine in a rich navy blue. Jacket is exquisite with princess seaming and padded flared peplum with POCKETS. Mother of pearl buttons and uniquely designed horizonal panel that wraps around to the back. Inners buttons on the collar indicate that there was a collar that attached. Skirt is long and lean with side button and metal zipper. Jacket is fully lined and skirt is partially lined. Kiam was a Hollywood designer and created costumes for A Star Is Born, Marco Polo and Clive of India.
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Brand: Ben Reig Original by Omar Kiam
Size on tag: none
Fits like: xs/small
Color: navy
Material: wool gabardine
Condition: Excellent Vintage
✂-----Measurements Jacket:
Bust (underarm seam) : 38"
Waist: 28"
Total length: 23.5"
Shoulders: 16"
Sleeve: 19.5"
✂-----Measurements Skirt:
Waist: 26" (button can be moved to a 27")
Hips: 37" (measured 10" from waist)
Total length: 31"