This suit retains the original customs tag from its import to the United States. The tag reads ‘Coll. Of Customs, N. Y. Intl Airport, Entry Under One Year Bond.' New York International Airport was renamed John F. Kennedy International Airport in 1963, following the president’s assassination. Although the suit has not been dated precisely, it can be deduced that it was created prior to this, likely placing its creation between 1960-1963.

Haute Couture cream silk satin fancy weave dress, jacket, and belt with four rhinestone buttons down the center front of the jacket, faux wrap skirt with two sets of hook and eye closures and six snaps, attached silk satin shell with three button front closure, and self fabric belt.   
Label: Chanel, made in France

Size Label: N/A

Style/Serial No.: 28221

 

Approximate Measurements:

JACKET 

Shoulders:14"

Chest: 32"

Waist: 16.75" 

Hips: 17"

Length: 21.5"

Sleeve: 13.5"

DRESS
Shoulder: 13.5"
Chest: 34"

Waist: 28.25"

Hips: 34"

BELT 
Length: 39"