{"product_id":"blue-pink-and-taupe-check-vintage-wool-skirt-suit","title":"Blue, Pink and Taupe Check Vintage Wool Skirt Suit","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA fabulous piece of New Zealand fashion history from Frankie and L'Officiel! This matching wool-blend jacket and skirt set is a lovely example of how colourful classic tailoring can be. Look closely at the beautifully woven check and you'll find a wonderful mixture of cobalt blue, soft pink, taupe, brown and black, with fine intersecting lines creating a richly textured pattern. The jacket has a traditional notched collar, long sleeves, two-button fastening and practical front pockets with decorative flaps. Its shorter length pairs beautifully with the med-high-waisted skirt, which follows a gently shaped line through the hips before opening into a series of neatly tailored pleats towards the hem. Both pieces are lined and proudly made in New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow, here's where you can have a little fun with this two-piece! Wear the complete suit with a chocolate brown fine-knit top, tan leather boots and a mustard yellow handbag for a rather lovely take on heritage dressing. Or introduce a little pattern mixing with a small floral or paisley blouse featuring colours drawn from the check. The jacket would look fabulous worn separately with tobacco-coloured corduroy trousers, while the skirt could be paired with a loose-fitting oatmeal knit and knee-high suede boots. And if you're rather partial to a little 70s fashion influence, a fine-knit roll-neck in burnt orange would be a wonderful addition to either piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeen to try on? Visit The Aviary - make your booking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.nz\/pages\/welcome-to-the-aviary\" title=\"Visit us at The Aviary to try on your favourite authentic vintage\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970 - 2000\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Private Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frankie by Stylish Clothing Co. \/ L'Officiel (Made in New Zealand)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool, Easy Care (Poly\/Nylon\/Acrylic\/Acetate) blend, lined\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent commensurate with age and love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry clean\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern Size Indicator*:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 - 12\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements*:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eJacket\u003c\/em\u003e: Bust 48 cm, Waist 44 cm, Hip 48 cm. \u003cem\u003eSkirt\u003c\/em\u003e: Waist 38 cm, Hip 46 cm (laid flat)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Size Indicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-piece skirt suit featuring a softly tailored, hip-length jacket and a high-waisted, gently shaped skirt with pleated lower section.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFixture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacket two-button front closure. Skirt rear zip and button fastening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multicoloured woven check in blue, pink, taupe, brown and black. Jacket with notched collar, long sleeves, front pockets and decorative pocket flaps. Matching high-waisted skirt with fitted waistband, shaped hip line and tailored pleats towards the hem. Both garments lined. Made in New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStylish Clothing Company\u003c\/em\u003e was established in New Zealand in 1929 and became home to several well-known New Zealand fashion labels, including Frankie and L'Officiel. Designer \u003cem\u003eMarie Bacon\u003c\/em\u003e launched L'Officiel after purchasing the company in 1964, and by the 1980s the label was exporting to prestigious American department stores including Macy's, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. Today, examples of L'Officiel's New Zealand fashion heritage are documented by the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nzfashionmuseum.org.nz\/search\/?s=L%27Officiel\u0026amp;p=1\" title=\"Frankie by Stylish Clothing Co. at Painted Bird Vintage\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNew Zealand Fashion Museum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best fit, we recommend comparing measurements with a similar garment you already love. We are always happy to confirm additional details prior to purchase. As respectful custodians of fashion history, we do not offer to sell unique items such as this separately. Keeping historical pieces together will assist you in retaining your investment and allows future generations to enjoy the pieces in their original beauty. Sale\/Sold\/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. \u003cem\u003eColours may display differently on various devices.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Bird Vintage Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45083142979677,"sku":"BKS14101022-1","price":249.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/5614\/6269\/files\/TransitionGreyTaupe_11.jpg?v=1788422885","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.nz\/products\/blue-pink-and-taupe-check-vintage-wool-skirt-suit","provider":"Painted Bird Vintage Boutique \u0026 The Aviary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}