& retains the original silk dress shields at the armpits
The bodice has a plunging V-neckline with multiple pleats into the cummerbund-style front waistband
In poor condition overall - the fabric has stiffened with age (a common problem with vintage double texture garments
The trousers have some patches of yellowing/staining next to & at the base of the fly (in my opinion not that apparent when worn - see close up) - a small repair on the centre front right thigh (arrowed) - a cluster of surface moth nips on the outer left leg near the cuff (circled) - a bit of wear around the hems - a few other scattered nips which the camera couldn't see - some marks & discolouration to the pocket bags & lining - the waist has been taken in & the finishing there is a bit untidy
made in 1952 by 'Montague Burton' from a 'Burton Laird' thick & slightly fleecy wool cloth in a dark charcoal grey with paler strands in the fuzzy nap
Vintage Mens 1950s Abercrombie & Fitch Viyella Shirt Paprika Orange Cotton Wool XL 1960s knitwear & retains the original silkA rare vintage 1950s shirt by the well known sporting outfitters 'Abercrombie & Fitch', made in Canada from English 'Viyella' wool cotton fabric in a glorious vibrant paprika orange colour. It has a stand & fall 'spearpoint' collar, full front opening, large chest pockets with pointed flaps & bottoms, long tails, & long sleeves pleated into double buttoned cuffs; the buttons are pearly grey plastic, with a spare at each side of the hem, & there is a