1940s Miss Los Angeles Forstmann Navy Wool Swing Coat collectable_Vintage The trim on the empire

The trim on the empire waistline is curved to synchronise with the line of the bust with artful tailoring on the bodice for further definition

Made from 100% acetate

These dresses are becoming increasingly scarce

(163cm) and this dress was a snug fit around the waist but very roomy on the bust

lilac and pillar box red

1940s Miss Los Angeles Forstmann Navy Wool Swing Coat collectable_Vintage The trim on the empirePopularised in the 1940s, the swing or swagger coats iconic silhouette was generously cut and its playful, flared look made it a hit with the eras most glamorous movers and shakers. This coat, which is between royal blue and navy in colour has two labels which read Miss Los Angeles of California and Forstmann. Forstmann Woolen Co. was a wool company formed in 1904. The Forstmann label was often included alongside the garment designers label as a