1970s | European | Wool Piped Jacket - L

Description:

Item: 1970s European cropped wool jacket cut in a compact, slightly cropped silhouette, finished in a rich brown check with contrasting piped edges. Features a rounded collar, button-front closure, and neatly integrated hand pockets. The piped detailing and clean lines give it a distinctive continental feel, sitting somewhere between workwear and casual tailoring. Fully lined.

Era: 1970s

Brand: Unbranded / European

Condition: Very good vintage condition with light, even wear consistent with age. The wool remains strong with good structure, and the piping and lining are clean and intact. Presents as a well-kept example with no notable issues.

Provenance Note:
This is a strong example of 1970s European design, where traditional cloth was reworked into more compact, characterful forms. The appeal lies in the details: the piping, the proportions, and the confidence of the cut. Pieces like this were everyday jackets with a bit of personality, made to be worn regularly rather than stored away. Its survival in such clean order allows that original intent to come through clearly, making it both distinctive and very wearable today.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: L                                                                                                        

Shoulder to shoulder: 24"

Pit to pit: 24"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 14"

Under collar to lower back: 25"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a story, and we cannot guarantee any item will be totally free of marks / damage but anything we think of note will be mentioned. Furthermore, a lot of vintage items gain character because of wear and tear. Buying a true vintage item is not the same as buying new and is not to be confused with second-hand clothing.

We have also tried to accurately depict each garment using a photography setup with over 90% true to life accuracy. 

We do not take photos of inside the garment.

Sizing Notes:

Please take the time to measure up yourself and match to the measurements noted, the way you want the item to fit. We are only a micro business and unable to cover the costs of returns.

Buying true vintage clothing:

When buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.

Returns:

We are a micro business and sadly cannot cover the cost of returns.

We accept refunds within 14 days of the item arriving with you if you are in the UK and 30 days for Europe and International.

This means the returns must be back with us within those 14 days in the UK and within 30 days for Europe and International items.

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