Original 1940s Western Fringe Plaid Jacket designer-philip-hulitar Photo by Mario Testino

Photo by Mario Testino

This was common with his earlier pieces - a more practical version went into the actual stores

Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam

The skirt has the perfect amount of fullness that allows you wear it with or without a crinoline and not be too overwhelmed by volume (shown with a light crinoline under it here)

to full on evening glamor

Original 1940s Western Fringe Plaid Jacket designer-philip-hulitar Photo by Mario TestinoThis is an incredible and rare find. Everythign Western was the rage in the late 30s and early 40s and the trend translated over to women's wear resulting in fabulous pieces like this little jacket. It is made of a wool "Pendleton" style plaid blanket fashioned into this adorable fitted jacket. The cut is simple, sleek and fitted. It sits to below the hip and closes down the front with big silver metal engraved buttons. Huge rounded and angled pockets