1930s men’s alpaca overcoat

This vintage coat was made in the 1930s and was sold by Aune and Thune of Redwood Falls, MN.  It is made from an alpaca and wool blend, in an unusual stone green color.  The coat is not in the best of shape, with a lot of wear wear to the top buttonhole and surrounding fabric, and moth damage to the surface of the fabric, particularly near the bottom hem.  The manufacturer’s label also shows heavy wear.  The coat is a classic six buttoned double breasted cut.  It has cuffed sleeves, contrast caramel colored buttons, and a belted back.   Chest: 22″ Sleeve (center to cuff): 33″ Length (collar to hem): 48″    Photobucket

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Norfolk Jacket

Now on eBay!
This jacket was made in the 1960s by Jeffrey Joyce for the Towne Toggery of Fall River, MA.  It is a belted full norfolk style, a style more commonly associated with the Edwardian through 1930s period.  It is a bold brown, mustard and green tweed.  It has a four button front, with two buttons to close the belt.  It has a long vent in the back.  It is half lined.
Chest: 21″ (doubled = 42″ = size 38)
Sleeve: 25-1/2″
Shoulders: 17″
Length: 31″
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Munsingwear 1939-1946

This ad campaign for Munsingwear ran 1939-1946. It was a pivotal time in the industry, as people switched from one piece knit or broadcloth union suits to the modern “streamlined” standard of briefs and boxers. Also notable is the introduction of t-shirts as a piece of outerwear, though at the time, it was reserved for casual and sporting contexts.