Vintage Marguerite Rubel Velvet Opera Coat w/Button Down Closure, Size Medium

Size M - there is no size label, nor one revealing fabric content. It fits a Woman’s size M The length from shoulder to hem is approximately 46 inches Measurement from armpit to armpit is approximately 20” The pockets which are also lined measure 9 3/4” long 7 1/4” Mandarin collar and Center button down enclosure. Original buttons that match the fabric. The color is a sienna, a gorgeous light rusty color The lining is a lighter colored mauve shade Long wide sleeves There are deep front pockets Lined What is most incredible about this coat is that it looks like it was created recently not back in the 50s or 60s. The condition is incredible, which speaks to the quality of the materials the designer used. I can find no discoloration or stains or tears, and as I said it looks as though it is a new garment. I believe this was created in the late 50’s - 60’s. Marguerite Rubel founded her company in the late 1940s, which specialized in coats & jackets. Her outerwear was carried at Nordstrom’s, Macy’s, Joseph Magnin & I. Magnin. Her raincoats were noted for not looking like raincoats as they were more fashionable than the normal raincoat. Her most famous garment may have been the Map Jacket, which featured a wraparound graphic of the world. President Bush wore one en route to a summit meeting in 1991.