This smart-fitting skirt suit epitomizes polished vintage style. Made from crease-resistant rayon, this two-piece suit is perfect for spring and summer wear, offering a lightweight, unlined construction that is both comfortable and stylish.
The jacket is tailored with a nipped waist and set-in three-quarter sleeves, featuring a charming Peter Pan collar. It fastens at the front with white molded plastic flower buttons, embellished with rhinestones for a touch of sparkle.
The skirt complements the jacket beautifully with a set-in waistband and a smooth front panel. The back features a two-panel design with a knife pleat kick at the rear center hemline for added movement. It fastens with a left-side metal zipper and button closure at the waistband, ensuring a secure and flattering fit.
Please note that while this was designed for a teen, we have crosslisted it as womenswear for today's business professional. This suit remains a sophisticated day suit for a young lady that is suitable for church, luncheon, special outings, family events, travel, college or campus wear, or other occasions when a young lady wants to dress in a classy manner.
Size: Modern size Small to Medium - please refer to measurements for best fit. (This is a VINTAGE Kerry Teen Size 16)
Jacket Measurements:
Across Back/Shoulders: 16 inches
Bust: 39 inches
Waist: 30 inches
Hem/Sweep: 38 inches
Sleeve Length: 19 inches
Jacket Length: 20 inches
Skirt Measurements:
Waist: 27 inches
Hips: 38 inches
Total Length: 25 inches
Sweep/Hemline: 44 inches
Era: 1950s (1957-1961)
Style: Mid-century, nipped waist
Embellishments: White and rhinestone buttons
Colors: Navy blue
Pattern: Solid
Fabric: Polished, crease resistant rayon
Material: Rayon
Label: Kerry Teen (Sears Roebuck and Co. House Label)
Origin: Made in the USA
Condition: Excellent. The right sleeve cuff shows a slight wear spot, see images.
Care Instrustions: Dry clean only.
Kerry-Teen was a Sears, Roebuck and Co. label produced for the teenage market during the mid-century period. The label encompassed a range of fashionable clothing, including tailored separates and dresses. This suit is a wonderful example of how sophisticated teenage fashions could be in the late 1950s, with its fitted silhouette, elegant navy color, and jeweled floral buttons.
This stunning blue skirt suit is a direct nod to one of the most celebrated fashion moments of the 20th century. Its tailored, nipped-waist jacket closely mirrors the iconic ensemble designed by Academy Award-winning costume designer Helen Rose for Grace Kelly's civil wedding ceremony to Prince Rainier III of Monaco on April 18, 1956. Featuring a rounded Peter Pan collar, a fitted waist, and a feminine flared peplum on the jacket, this style defined the ultra-polished, "New Look" elegance of the 1950s. While Princess Grace’s original two-piece lace suit now resides in the Philadelphia Museum of Art, this magnificent blue interpretation brings that exact same royal sophistication right into your wardrobe. Perfect for vintage collectors, retro events, or anyone looking to channel timeless Old Hollywood glamour.
