Hello, I’m Heidi and I’m a total newbie here curious to find some history on a silk sparkly skirt suit that I bought at a thrift shop back in the 80s. I loved this suit dearly and wore it as often as I could (I was in high school and this was my vibe back then, with a black turtleneck, black tights, and boots. It WAS the 80s after all ). I just found it again when going thru some old boxes. It made me wonder about its origins. The background of the fabric is a beige color and it’s covered in silver sparkles. It’s fully lined and the jacket has a tag that says Alna Tricots Deluxe, and then another tag that says Pure Silk 50% and Metallic 50%, and Made In Italy. There are no other tags or identifying marks that I can find. Does anyone have any knowledge of this company and its history? The thrift shop I bought it from was in Salem, Oregon and I bought this in probably 1985 or so. Any info would be greally appreciated. Thanks!!
Alna Tricots Deluxe silk sparkly skirt & jacket made in Italy. 60s..?
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I believe the name is Alma. I don't know anything else about this company. Hopefully, someone else here is familiar with the manufacturer.
Very classic 1960s knit suit. Looks like a lurex knit.
Very classic 1960s knit suit. Looks like a lurex knit.
lkranieri
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I am sorry that I haven't had time to dig deeper for more information for you, but the first reference I found to Alna Tricot Knits/Deluxe was from 1956 and the last one was a 1968 ad for Alna Knits. They may have been available earlier and later than those dates, but that was primarily what I saw in a quick look.
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Happy to see you found the name "Alna", Lynne.