This cardigan is so soft, glamorous and classy, let me break it down for you.
The body itself - Cropped fit with a ribbed bottom hem that snugs the waist beautifully. It's made of extremely soft cashmere in a light beige tone. It is triple lined (aside from arms), with super soft, fine silk and beneath that is a fine lace. Hem is ribbed and sits on the body beautifully. With the collar on, it snugs the neck in a very chic way. There are 29 buttons, reinforced with ribbon, where the collar snaps on.
The details - Gathered, ribbed cuffs with two 8.55 mm pearl button accents, and gold tone finishes. Hook eye closure at the bottom with super ornate pearl gold tone clasp - INCREDIBLE, like a brooch, like somebody sewed in a piece of their favorite jewelry. The clasp is the same height as the ribbed finish hem.
The collar - Mink is palomino, a golden brown. It has 29 snaps, reinforced with ribbon, and is lined in silk. It tapers to a round point right above the jewelry clasp
Condition: Perfect aside from one 1cm stain spot on back armpit which you can definitely get out.
Makers Mark: None.
*Measurements taken flat*
Bust under pits - 21"
Waist (hem) - 15"
Length - from the back - 21.5"
Shoulder seam to seam - 7"
Width of the arm - 5.33"
Sleeve cuff opening - 3.5"
Collar Length - 44"
Widest in Collar, which hits at the collar bone/shoulder - 5.5"
Behind the neck - 4.5"
Everything from My Home on Mars has been professionally cleaned and restored, and ships with a care sheet specific to the material and time period of each piece. Most things require no special maintenance, but a simple list of "do's and don'ts" ensures your item maintains its condition for years to come.
In addition to being a vintage dealer, I am a USPAP-compliant personal property appraiser. Part of that job, separate from this one, is determining the value and authenticity of every piece I examine. I'm proud to bring that high standard of ethics, expertise, and research skills to My Home on Mars, allowing peace of mind for all my customers.
