Item Tag Stotter's

Lovely antique jacket in very dark navy blue, black depending on light. Simple slightly a-line shape. Hip length. Circular beading and embroidery at hem, all the way around garment, Sleeves are flared at wrists, with same beading & embroidery Subtle, simple embroidery on collar In very wearable condition Era: 1916-1925 Label: Stotters, Detroit (Stotters opened in 1916 at 141-145 Woodward Ave. All newspaper advertising for the store had stopped by the mid 1920s.) Place of Manufacture: USA Fabric: Wool Lining: Yes Colors: Navy blue Closure: Tailored openings for belt / tie to slip through at collar and waist (no belt or tie still extant). No other original closing evident Pockets: None Measurements, laid flat (in inches)Across shoulders 15Across underarms 18Across waist 19Across hips 24Sleeves 20.5Total length 27 Marked Size: None; see measurements—it isn’t tiny, but the lining is delicate and won’t stand up to too much pulling Condition: Ties/belt missing; the lining is delicate and has some discoloration and small worn areas