1980s | Tapestry Waistcoat | Geometric Stripe - 14

Description:

Item: Original 1980s tapestry waistcoat with a richly woven geometric stripe design in red, rust, blue, green and tan tones. Open-front style with a longline cut and an easy straight fit through the body, making it a strong layering piece with plenty of visual impact. A bold late-20th-century piece with real texture and colour.

Era: 1980s

Condition: Very good vintage condition. Presents well with strong colour, crisp overall shape and light, honest wear in keeping with age. A distinctive wearable piece with plenty of character left in it.

Provenance Note: This is exactly the kind of 1980s layering piece that gives a rail instant depth. The woven geometric stripe has real richness and movement to it, while the long open waistcoat shape makes it easy to throw over simpler looks for immediate impact.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: 14                                                                                                        

Shoulders: 14"

Bust: 40"

Waist at garment: 38"

Inner sleeve: S/S

Nape to hem: 25"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All 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

We 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.

Sizing Notes:

Please compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with the bust measurement, then check length. Vintage sizing runs small and cuts vary significantly from modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.

Our modern sizing estimates are based on bust measurements using the following sizing scale:

UK 6 (30–31")

UK 8 (32–33")

UK 10 (34–35")

UK 12 (36–37")

UK 14 (38–39")

UK 16 (40–41")

UK 18 (42–43")

UK 20 (44–45")

For jackets, knitwear, sweaters, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down to allow for structure, lining, bulk.or layering.

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 an independent micro business, and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.

For UK orders, you have 14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return, and a further 14 days to send the item back. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

Please see our returns policy page for full details.