VTG 1940s Red Black Plaid Blazer Jacket and 50 similar items

Vintage 1940s red and black plaid blazer jacket from the Junior Shop in Harrisburg, crafted in heavy woven cotton with a nubby tweed texture. Styled with a short, fitted silhouette, the jacket is finished with striking red frog closures and braided trim, lined in smooth black acetate. A bold, high-quality mid-century piece in remarkable condition. Condition Excellent vintage condition. Clean, strong fabric, no flaws; exceptionally well preserved. Provenance Note This jacket hails from the Junior Shop in Harrisburg, a regional boutique that sold fashionable mid-century ready-to-wear garments. Its construction ? tailored darts, short silhouette, and decorative closures ? is representative of the practical yet stylish American sportswear of the 1940s. Surviving pieces in this condition are rare. Style Aesthetics ? 1940s mid-century tailoring ? short fitted silhouette ? Collector?s boutique provenance ? Junior Shop, Harrisburg ? Sustainably vintage cotton tweed, not fast fashion ? Embellished detail ? braided trim + red frog closures ? Academia / Rockabilly crossover ? plaid + cropped cut Styling Tips Pair with high-waisted trousers or jeans for modern retro cool. Wear over a simple sheath dress for classic 1940s tailoring. Perfect for display or costuming with mid-century ensembles. Measurements (laid flat, inches) Bust: 38" (18" pit to pit) Waist: 32" Shoulders: 15" Length (from shoulder): 20" Sleeve (from shoulder): 23" Approx. Modern Size + Fit Guide Best fits Women?s Medium (US 6?8). Fitted bust and waist; cropped 40s silhouette. Fabric / Materials Heavy woven cotton tweed in red and black plaid; braided trim; red frog closures; acetate lining; no shoulder pads. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1940s cotton tweed blazer, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!