{"product_id":"1980s-1990s-the-best-leather-gilet-s","title":"1980s–1990s | The Best | Leather Gilet - S","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e1980s–1990s black leather gilet by The Best, with press-stud front fastening, pointed front hem, lower front pockets and side lace detail. Classic biker-style sleeveless cut with a short, boxy fit, designed to sit neatly over shirts, tees or lightweight layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"349\"\u003e1980s–1990s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"383\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eThe Best\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eGood vintage condition with natural creasing, light surface wear and minor marking throughout the leather. Press studs, pockets, lining and side lace detail present well, with wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1045\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eProvenance Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eA solid late 20th-century leather gilet with a clean biker-style shape and enough detail to make it visually useful without overcomplicating the piece. The press-stud front, pointed hem and side lace detail give it that classic motorcycle waistcoat profile, while the plain black leather keeps it easy to layer across casual vintage looks. A good, wearable example of the style with proper age and honest use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize on garment: N\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur modern sizing estimate: S                                                                                                         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder to shoulder: 15\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePit to pit: 20\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner sleeve to cuff: S\/S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnder collar to lower back: 22\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease be aware. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation; however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with pit-to-pit (chest), then check length. Vintage pieces can be cut boxier and shorter than modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur modern sizing estimates are based on chest measurements using the following tee \/ shirt sizing scale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31–34″ = XXS\u003cbr\u003e35–36″ = XS\u003cbr\u003e37–38″ = S\u003cbr\u003e39–40″ = M\u003cbr\u003e41–42″ = L\u003cbr\u003e43–44″ = XL\u003cbr\u003e45–46″ = XXL\u003cbr\u003e47–48″ = 3XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jackets, knitwear, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down from the tee scale to allow for structure, lining, bulk, or layering. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying true vintage clothing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturns:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are an independent micro business, and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor UK orders, you have\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a further\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 days to send the item back\u003c\/strong\u003e. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 days of delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease see our returns policy page for full details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Best","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58074090504573,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0165\/3172\/files\/190426_112.jpg?v=1776758513","url":"https:\/\/dogandbonevintage.com\/products\/1980s-1990s-the-best-leather-gilet-s","provider":"Dog \u0026 Bone Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}