Bond peplum jacket

Elegant grey wool gabardine jacket, by Bond of California. Hourglass fitting -- 9 darts shape the waist. Flared peplum hem. Notched sleeves. Front faux-pockets. Pockets and collar are piped with dark-grey braid. Thick shoulder-pads. Rose rayon-crepe lining.

$40

size & fit

shoulders (seam-to-seam): 16"
sleeve-length: 19 1/2"
armhole: 18"
bust/chest: 40"
waist: 30"
shoulder-to-hem: 24"

condition**

Some noticable flaws. Still wearable -- but also useful as study pieces, theatrical costumes or fix'm-ups. Only purchased if item is rare, beautiful, or historically-significant. Noted issues to interior: a square of material has been removed from the inner collar placket (see last pic). If jacket is worn as a top, this flaw is invisible. Lining shows armpit fade/stain.

Noted issue to exterior: a row of pin-holes are visible along the braid trim of one pocket flap. Three tiny holes in the jacket body.

Noted alterations: The lining has been removed from under pocket flaps (not visible). The top button has been replaced.

At some point, a fabric square was cut from the inside to cover a replacement button. This top button is slightly larger than the originals. Replacing it with a smaller one -- using the fabric from the larger button -- is an easy fix.

Unless this blazer is going to be worn as a top (always buttoned), I recommend this for use as a study piece or stage costume.

** Vintage items are precious, pre-owned pieces of history. Many have unique dyes and handcrafted prints, artisan weaves and intricate hand-tailoring -- details no longer available except in modern couture. Please love & respect your vintage.