Many of the vintage coats and suits were of high quality. I have a 1940s navy double breasted suit which even has a pocket for theatre tickets and buttons for braces. Bought in a charity shop in Bournemouth 9 years ago for £9.50 it looks real quality.
I bought this gem on ebay two weeks ago - £29 (including postage). I ironed out the creases with a steam iron and it looks as if it's worth a few hundred pounds. This is no lightweight coat, coming down well below the knees and, at 52 inches long, it keeps my trousers dry even in heavy rain...
This would be my ultimate trench coat - worn here by French actor Alain Delon - a substantial coat, below the knee length, double breasted, belt and epaulettes. The hat finishes off the look perfectly.
I found the Fedora Lounge by doing a Google search. I don't think it matters that the thread was nearly 8 years ago - it is the subject matter which interests me.
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