French antique silk jacket from the 1920s.
While it carries the aura of the Victorian and Edwardian eras,
it is a mysterious garment with various unusual details.
There are traces suggesting that decorations originally on the hem and sleeves have been removed,
leaving it a simple brown silk jacket.
The three-dimensional French tailoring beautifully contours the body,
and the soft volume at the chest, achieved through pleats and gathers, is stunning from every angle.
Old French clothing never ceases to impress when worn,
but this piece is exceptionally cool and simple—a remarkable antique that is hard to believe is 100 years old.
While puff sleeves with tight cuffs are typical for this era,
these sleeves, which flare like trumpets toward the wrists, are rare and possess a truly beautiful, exquisite curve.
Among antiques often found in ecru, black, or full lace,
this is the first time I have seen one in this brown shade and in silk.
The crisp, vintage silk creates captivating shadows as the fabric sways, offering an irresistible texture.
Though it is a jacket, it has the very light weight of a summer shirt or blouse.
The lining is soft cotton, while the sleeves use a different material—gauze cotton—which feels incredibly comfortable.
I was deeply moved the moment I slipped my arms into it.
Based on the lining, the dealer dates it to the 1900-1920s.
It has a small, compact fit, so it is best worn over a light cut-and-sew top,
or a thin turtleneck.
A rare, modern piece of French vintage that integrates easily into your everyday wardrobe.
*Has been washed once.
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Model height 167cm
Material: Silk, cotton lining, soft gauze cotton sleeves, linen waist tape
Size: fits S
Measurement on flat (cm)
Length 41cm
Width 45cm
Shoulder width 44cm
Sleeve length 52.5cm
Condition: There is a faint stain on the back and a small hole around the left upper arm.
