Vintage 1950s Molly Modes Black Satin Swing Opera Coat Cocoon Evening Jacket MCM
Authentic vintage Molly Modes New York black satin evening coat, dating approximately to the late 1950s / early 1960s.
A beautiful mid-century silhouette with a dramatically flared swing shape, wide sculptural shawl collar and rounded bracelet-length sleeves. The coat hangs open at the front and has a generous cut through the body, creating an elegant cocoon-like shape.
Constructed from substantial black satin of unknown fiber content and fully lined in contrasting ivory satin. The back features a distinctive curved cape-style yoke detail.
A wonderful vintage evening, cocktail or opera coat with classic late-1950s glamour.
- Vintage Molly Modes New York
- Circa late 1950s / early 1960s
- Black satin
- Fiber content unknown
- Swing / opera coat silhouette
- Open front
- Wide shawl collar
- Bracelet-length rounded lantern-style sleeves
- Full flared body
- Curved back yoke detail
- Side pockets
- Fully lined in ivory satin
- No size or fiber-content tag present
Approximate flat measurements:
Armpit to armpit: 25"
Length: 35"
Sleeve: 19"
No modern size tag is present; please compare measurements with a similar garment for best fit.
Good vintage condition with age-related wear. The ivory lining has several spots/marks as photographed. There is loose and visible hand stitching around portions of the sleeve hems/cuffs. We cannot determine whether this represents original hand finishing, an old repair or a previous alteration, so the sleeves are being sold as found. Exterior presents nicely overall. Please review all photographs carefully for condition and construction details.
Item Number: 18655 S
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