1940s Miss Los Angeles Forstmann Navy Wool Swing Coat Vintage_Silk_Coat the design features oversized rows

the design features oversized rows of clear and black plastic paillette sequins in hearts

The fabric has a lot of stretch

We noted a handful of faint pulls in various locations on the skirt

Frank Usher's aim was to bring high-end details and fresh off the runway looks to shoppers at a more affordable price range

Here the skirt has a band of horizontal stripes that lend the dress a super flattering silhouette

1940s Miss Los Angeles Forstmann Navy Wool Swing Coat Vintage_Silk_Coat the design features oversized rowsPopularised in the 1940s, the swing or swagger coats iconic silhouette was generously cut and its playful, flared look made it a hit with the eras most glamorous movers and shakers. This coat, which is between royal blue and navy in colour has two labels which read Miss Los Angeles of California and Forstmann. Forstmann Woolen Co. was a wool company formed in 1904. The Forstmann label was often included alongside the garment designers label as a