VTG 1970s Liliputian Bazaar Gingham Coat and similar items

Adorable vintage 1970s Liliputian Bazaar by Best Co. girls? coat in blue-and-white gingham. Crafted from a cotton/poly blend with a full cotton lining, this piece is new without tags ? a rare survivor from the era. Features a straight silhouette, long sleeves, and classic gingham pattern that?s both timeless and collectible. Condition Excellent vintage condition. NWOT (new without tags). Has been stored for decades; recommend a cleaning before wear. Provenance Note Best Co., the legendary New York department store founded in 1879, was renowned for its quality children?s clothing until closing in 1971. The Liliputian Bazaar line was their prestigious children?s wear division, producing finely made coats and dresses. This piece, with its gingham cotton blend shell and 100% cotton lining, is not only wearable deadstock but also a piece of fashion history from Best Co. Collectors highly prize garments from this storied label. Style Aesthetics ? 1970s heritage children?s fashion ? Best Co. collectible garment ? Gingham retro charm ? Rare deadstock outerwear Styling Tips Perfect as a girls? coat for spring or fall. Could also fit a petite adult (see measurements). Display-worthy as a collectible Best Co. heirloom piece. Measurements (laid flat) Chest (pit to pit): 17" (34" total) Shoulders: 12" Hips: 18" (36" total) Sleeves (shoulder to cuff): 19" Length (shoulder to hem): 21" Marked Size: 10 (Girls) Approx. Modern Size Girls 10 / Petite Women XXS (Bust 34 / Hips 36) Fit Guide Best for approx. age 10 girls OR petite women?s XXS. Fabric / Materials Cotton/poly blend gingham outer, 100% cotton lining, blue and white check pattern, Liliputian Bazaar by Best Co. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1970s deadstock children?s fashion, 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!