1940s Miss Los Angeles Forstmann Navy Wool Swing Coat dior-dress The sleeves are made from

The sleeves are made from a thick cotton with a stylised paisley design in blues

Condition wise it is excellent - there are no issues of any note

wonderful bat wing sleeves with a crossover bust and a tie waist

A good fit for up to a UK 8 or US 4 with a smaller waist measurement

18 December 2001

1940s Miss Los Angeles Forstmann Navy Wool Swing Coat dior-dress The sleeves are made fromPopularised in the 1940s, the swing or swagger coats iconic silhouette was generously cut and its playful, flared look made it a hit with the eras most glamorous movers and shakers. This coat, which is between royal blue and navy in colour has two labels which read Miss Los Angeles of California and Forstmann. Forstmann Woolen Co. was a wool company formed in 1904. The Forstmann label was often included alongside the garment designers label as a