Black trapeze open-front robe/jacket with gold lining and topstitched rows?

[TrashPandaClothier]

Hi, y'all. I'm sort of at a loss with this one. Is it a robe with a specific purpose/use/cultural history? (It reminds me of a choir robe) Or just a gorgeous jacket? And, when/where is it from?

Not sure why, but something about it makes me feel like I should post it here to try to get some more info.

Things to note:
--has pockets
--open front
--very stiff outer fabric
--see photos for topstitched and interior construction details!


Any information/ideas are much appreciated! Thanks so much!

 

[anothertimevintageapparel]

1950s clutch coat

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

Very nice...silk faille moire and as Suzanne stated from the 1950s.

 

[TrashPandaClothier]

Very nice...silk faille moire and as Suzanne stated from the 1950s.

It's actually not moire at all, just the faille playing tricks on the camera.

Thank you for your help!

 

[TrashPandaClothier]

1950s clutch coat

Thanks for the help! I probably would have just thought "swing coat" if not for the color combo & rows of top stitching, which make it seem more choir robe-like. =D