Cream Silk Gilet - DESIGNER

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This vintage New Zealand Designer 'Colin Cole' original over-dress style gillet is at least 20 years young and in excellent condition. The silk offers a quality, luxe fabric that transcends time and trends. Pockets are the winners on this elegant piece. Finish your evening look with a touch of class and sophistication.

Wear this A-line style as a funky winter pairing open or belted over top of your favourite trouser combination. In summer wear with your light floaty pieces underneath. The neutral colour will have you reaching for this exceptional piece again and, again to finish your look! 

Circa: 1940-1970
Origin: Private Collection
Label: Colin Cole

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic) wash and wear
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love

Modern Size Indicator*: 12 - 14
Measurements: Bust 58 cm, Waist 62 cm, Hips 66 cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: na

Fit: A-line
Fixtures: na

DESIGNER INFORMATION: Colin Cole (1931-1987) was one of New Zealand's most celebrated fashion designers for nearly three decades. Working from his boutique 'The Establishment' in Parnell, Cole created bespoke evening wear and smart daywear worn by icons like Kiri Te Kanawa. Known for exceptional craftsmanship, quality fabrics, and hand-stitched detailing including his signature rose-motif labels, Cole treated clothing design as "an act of love," ensuring every woman felt extraordinary. More information regarding the designer can be found at New Zealand Fashion Museum.

NOTE: Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colors may display differently on various devices.

Our vintage items are rated as follows:
  • Excellent: Near or near to new quality, with no noted flaws and may often be presented in original packaging or, with original tags (deadstock) all commensurate with age and love
  • Very Good: May have some minor issue, as seen or noted
  • Good: Some minor flaws which may be repairable, or may not detract from the garment when worn
  • Rescue: Flaws as described which may or may not detract when worn in most cases possibility of repair

We estimate sizes as current or, 'modern' sizing rather than vintage sizing as eras do vary.

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