RARE VTG 40s/50s Brown Wool Snow Pants | and similar items

Very rare vintage 1940s?50s women?s wool snow pants, designed for warmth, durability, and style. These trousers feature a side button closure for a smooth, flat front and zippered ankles for ease over boots. Rich brown wool with cotton flannel lining High-rise silhouette with long inseam Side button closure Ankle zippers (one zipper broken, see note) Approx. women?s 28" waist Condition Very good vintage condition. As found, not dry cleaned. One ankle zipper broken; otherwise clean, strong fabric and wearable. Provenance Note Snow pants like these were staples of postwar outdoor and winter sports fashion in the 1940s?50s, prized for their durability and utility. The high-waisted silhouette also makes them ideal for today?s retro winter styling and cottagecore layering. Style Aesthetics ? Cottagecore winter / utilitarian vintage ? Collectible midcentury women?s outdoor wear ? Sustainable vintage wool Styling Tips Wear with a chunky knit sweater and boots for a perfect retro ski-lodge look. Great as a costume piece for 1940s period productions. Works as functional outerwear for today?s eco-conscious winter wardrobe. Measurements (laid flat) Waist: 14" (28") Hips: 20" (40") Rise: 16.5" Inseam: 30" Length (waist to hem): 41" Approx. Modern Size Fits like Women?s US 6?8 (28" waist) UK 10?12 / EU 38?40 Fit Guide Best for ~5?5??5?8?, 125?145 lbs. High-rise with long inseam. Fabric / Materials Wool shell with cotton flannel lining. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1940s?50s wool, 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!