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Vintage 1950s Navy Blue Silk Embroidered Vest ' Japanese Tiki Boho Grunge - S
Regular price
$40.00
Vintage 1950s Navy Blue Silk Embroidered Vest ' Japanese Tiki Boho Grunge - S
Description:
Stunning vintage 1950s navy blue 100% silk vest featuring detailed embroidery in a Japanese tiki-inspired style, likely a midcentury souvenir or lounge piece. The front panels showcase rich embroidery on lustrous silk, while the interior lining shows its age with worn fabric, tears, and stains; the exterior remains beautiful and fully wearable, especially layered over tees or dresses. Lining wear is visible and should be reviewed in photos, but it does not affect overall outerwear function.
Measurements (laid flat): Pit to pit 16" ' Length (shoulder to hem) 23.5"
Brand: Unmarked ' Material: 100% silk with aged lining
Modern Size Note:
Best for an approx modern XS-S depending on desired fit; compare to your favorite vest or tank for best sizing.
Suggested Selling Price:
Given 1950s silk, embroidery, and visible lining wear, a reasonable range is about 65-145 USD depending on how strong the embroidery and photos present it, and how prominently you foreground the midcentury / souvenir angle.
Styling Tips:
Layer over a plain white tee and jeans to let the embroidery be the focus.
Style over slip dresses for a Japanese tiki-meets-fairy grunge fusion look.
Description:
Stunning vintage 1950s navy blue 100% silk vest featuring detailed embroidery in a Japanese tiki-inspired style, likely a midcentury souvenir or lounge piece. The front panels showcase rich embroidery on lustrous silk, while the interior lining shows its age with worn fabric, tears, and stains; the exterior remains beautiful and fully wearable, especially layered over tees or dresses. Lining wear is visible and should be reviewed in photos, but it does not affect overall outerwear function.
Measurements (laid flat): Pit to pit 16" ' Length (shoulder to hem) 23.5"
Brand: Unmarked ' Material: 100% silk with aged lining
Modern Size Note:
Best for an approx modern XS-S depending on desired fit; compare to your favorite vest or tank for best sizing.
Suggested Selling Price:
Given 1950s silk, embroidery, and visible lining wear, a reasonable range is about 65-145 USD depending on how strong the embroidery and photos present it, and how prominently you foreground the midcentury / souvenir angle.
Styling Tips:
Layer over a plain white tee and jeans to let the embroidery be the focus.
Style over slip dresses for a Japanese tiki-meets-fairy grunge fusion look.