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A spectacular, rare piece of California fashion history! This mid-century open-front short jacket was designed by the legendary Agnes Barrett of Los Angeles, a highly influential designer known for her relaxed, innovated mid-century sportswear and membership in the elite \"Affiliated Fashionistas\" collective.This jacket features its original dual-tagging, complete with the specialty boutique label from Gauntt\'s Ladies Wearing Apparel, which operated on Brand Boulevard in Glendale, CA during the 1940s and 1950s.The textile work on this jacket is exceptional. It features an integrated indigo and cream woven / embroidered design inspired by traditional Japanese Sashiko quilting, populated with geometric grids and stylized floral chrysanthemum motifs.Features:
• Authentic dual vintage tags (Agnes Barrett / Gauntt\'s Glendale, CA)
• Relaxed open-front silhouette
• Beautifully structured wide cuffs with split-seam tailoring
• Discreet horizontal slot hand pockets seamlessly built into the waist seam
• Unlined interior showing immaculate vintage craftsmanshipCondition: Excellent, crisp vintage condition with no notable stains or structural flaws. Material feels strong, well preserved, and ready to wear.Details:
• Brand: Agnes Barrett
• Era: 1950s
• Color: Indigo and Cream
• Estimated Size: Fits like a modern Women\'s Small / Size 4, see measurements belowMeasurements (laid flat):
• Shoulder to shoulder: 15.5 in
• Pit to pit: 18.5 in
• Sleeve (Shoulder seam to cuffed end): 21 in (rolled cuff measures 2.5 in)
• Length: 22 inShips quickly from smoke-free home, please feel free to message with any questions, offers welcomed!
