Women’s gold tuxedo 50s

[iheartdangervintage]

I just acquired this 1950s women’s gold tuxedo. I need opinions / suggestions on how to describe it for a search and also for helping research its value - maybe there is a term for this garment that would help in my research. Thank you!

 

[The Vintage Merchant]

welcome, JaneV! cute suit!

but, are you sure it's 1950s vintage? first impression for me is that it looks very 1980s. ( I see it has a metal zipper, but that doesn't necessarily date it to the 50s) any labels or tags? how are the seams finished? is it a retail garment, or home-sewn?

 

[iheartdangervintage]

It has no labels, but is very finely done - probably tailor made for someone. I can see that how it looks laying flat gives of an 80s vibe but the fabrics and construction are definitely from the 50s or early 60s.

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

It makes me think of those 1980s mens tuxedos...new wave styling.

 

[MagsRags]

Is it possible to do some photos on a person, mannequin, or half form?

Edited to add: What I can see of the lines of the pants are not typical for womenswear in the 1950s or 60s.

 

[bycinbyhand]

It *could* be early 60s... but I can't see its shape so well with it not being on a body or mannequin. I'm sorry!

 

[thevintagebungalow]

My initial impression was 80s as well. However, the fabric almost has a 60s look to it. Maybe it was a costume?

 

[The Vintage Merchant]

or maybe it was made from vintage fabrics. i did a lot of that in the 80s.

 

[iheartdangervintage]

Here she is on a dress form. The fabrics and zipper are definitely from the 50s or 60s and it is too well made to be a costume, or at least not what you would call costume quality (jacket is completely has multiple lined pockets inside)

 

[MagsRags]

Does the jacket have shoulder pads?

 

[pastperfect2]

Are the pants pleated? And are they side, center font or center back zipper? If there are shoulder pads, what are they made of - foam or batting? and how thick are they? Early 50s pads are soft and rounded and not very high or broad in effect, and the 60s were natural shoulder.