Vtg. 1970s Vonnie Reynold’s Irish Linen 2 Pc. Ecru Knit Skirt & Jacket Ensemble

Vonnie Reynolds was Ireland’s premier couture designer of the 1970’s. This knitted set is made of pure natural ecru Irish linen. It looks to be hand loomed or hand knitted with finish seaming done on a sewing machine. The top has raglan sleeves. Hand crocheted buttonhole loops & small pearly buttons fasten the front which is trimmed in ruffles along the button bands & around the cuffs. The A-line knitted skirt is constructed of 4 panels seamed with an elastic casing waistband & trimmed with a knitted ruffle around the bottom to match the ruffled trim on the jacket. Vonnie Reynolds, Bunratty Cottage of Ireland Label is sewn into both pieces. Shown on a size 6 dress form but it is too big for her. I estimate the size to fit a contemporary size 8 - 10 but please go by measurements. ‘ Top measured flat: Bust 18.5” Length 21.3” Underarm to cuff 16” Skirt measured flat: Waist 14” relaxed daily stretches to 15” Hips: 19” measured 7” below waistband. Length 27.5” Due to the fabric being a knit there is a lot of drape & some stretch. The fabric is loose knit in a lace pattern which means it has a lot of holes so you will need to wear a slip or body stocking. A note about the skirt. The waistband is made with an elastic band inserted in a fabric casing. This style of waistband can be easily adjusted by any seamstress to fit smaller or larger. The skirt is very easy to alter for perfect fit as a result. It has a beautiful drape on the figure.