Item 2021.45.1 - Lord John Two Piece Suit Jacket

2021.45.1

Lord John Two Piece Suit Jacket

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Double breasted suit jacket in a pale brown wool with a diagonal rib effect in the weave. The collar is a deep notch, without buttonholes on the lapels. Four buttons are found at the front of the jacket, with two of them used for fastening. A single concealed button is stitched to the inside of the jacket lining on the left side and fastens to the top buttonhole on the right side for added security when the jacket is closed. Two smaller plastic buttons can be found on each cuff. At the front of the jacket there two darts running from chest level to the hem, broken up by the waist pocket on each side. The waist pockets themselves sit at an angle and are jetted with a flap. On the reverse of the jacket there is a double vent and a seam in the centre which runs the length of the back. On the inside, there is a standard breast pocket on the right. The jacket is lined with a pale brown, satin fabric. There is some wear to the lining, especially at the right underarm seam.

Label: Lord John / Of Carnaby Street / Pure New Wool / 505379
Materials: Wool, plastic, satin
Measurements: 45cm [Chest]; 78cm [Length]; 67cm [Arms]
Details: Double breasted; Flap pockets
Physical Condition: Small hole on one sleeve, lining of the jacket it worn

This suit was purchased by the donor from Lord John on Carnaby Street in 1970.