VTG 50s Hong Kong Beaded Cardigan Ivory and 45 similar items

Exquisite vintage 1950s heavily beaded cardigan sweater labeled The Compass Rose, Virgin Islands. Likely created as a luxury boutique piece for a St. Thomas yacht club or fine restaurant souvenir, this cardigan is a true showpiece. Features tiny white seed pearl ?flowers? and aurora borealis sequins hand-embroidered onto a white lace ground over an ivory cashmere base. Fully lined and edged in silk, marked size 46, shown on a size 12 model. Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor flaws. Two small moth holes (one at shoulder, one at sleeve ? nearly invisible unless searched for) and one satin stain on the inside sleeve (after dry cleaning). Otherwise presents beautifully with incredible sparkle. Provenance Note: Hand-beaded sweaters ?Made in Hong Kong? became highly sought-after in the 1950s?60s, produced for high-end boutiques and department stores. This piece is uniquely labeled for The Compass Rose, Virgin Islands, suggesting custom design for an upscale clientele in St. Thomas. These sweaters were prized for their labor-intensive beadwork and remain collector favorites today. Pop Culture Screen Style References: Grace Kelly?s classic Riviera knitwear looks Elizabeth Taylor?s glamorous holiday style The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel?s Upper East Side wardrobe 1950s yacht club and cocktail lounge glamour Style Aesthetics: Old Hollywood resort glam ? Coquette luxury layering ? Cocktail party sparkle ? Collector?s statement knit Styling Tips: Pair with high-waist cigarette pants and kitten heels for 1950s chic Style with a silk slip dress for cocktail glamour Layer over a modern satin camisole with jeans for casual-luxe contrast Perfect for resortwear-inspired costuming Measurements (laid flat, in inches): Bust: 23? Shoulders: 19? Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 17? Length (back neck to hem): 20? Approx. Modern Size: Best fits Women?s L (US 12?14 / UK 16?18 / EU 44?46). Fit Guide: Shown on a size 12 model; works well for 5?5?5?9, 145?175 lbs. Cropped cut designed to hit at the waistline. Fabric / Materials: Ivory cashmere base White lace overlay Seed pearls aurora borealis sequins Silk lining trim Sustainability Note: Sustainably vintage ? midcentury couture knitwear, 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, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. 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!