Just Reduced! RARE! 1960s Originala Saks Fifth Avenue Maxi Coat Orange Wool MOD Mandarin Nehru Collar and Detailing - US Size Est Medium

HIGHLIGHTS
* One of a Kind Maxi Wool Coat!
* MOD Maxi from Saks Fifth Avenue
* Most VIVID Orange You Can Imagine
* From One of the US' Greatest Coat Companies - Originala

This very rare and collectible coat is stunning true vintage 1960s full length maxi wool coat from Originala for Saks Fifth Avenue. This tangerine beauty is as luxe as it gets. The construction (ILGWU/Made in USA) is extraordinary--as is the condition! Mandarin collar with six matching frog front closures. Hidden pockets on the side seams. Fully and richly lined in a slightly lighter orange tone with the ILGWU and Saks Fifth Avenue labels--as well as the Iconic Originala label inside.

A rare and collectible piece! Originala coats were featured on many high-end fashion magazines of the time and modeled by the likes of Wilhemina and other supermodels of the era.

Ilie Wacs was the head designer at Originala from 1964 through 1972, and Louis Dell’Olio worked there from 1971 through 1974. Originala was one of the most expensive and luxurious coat lines made at the time and this coat demonstrates why.

Marked Size: Unmarked (See dimensions).
**Please check the measurements provided below before purchasing. Vintage clothing sizes often fit much smaller than modern sizes.**
**Dimensions (laying flat):
**Bust: 17"
**Waist: 16"
**Hips: 20"
**Length: 56"
**Sleeves: 20"
Brand/Designer: Originala for Saks Fifth Avenue
Period/Year: 1960s/1970s
Origin: Made in USA (Manhattan). ILGWU label.
Condition: A few small marks on lining. A bit of soil (not stains) on hemline. A moth bite or two. None of (see photos. Much is not seen when wearing. The moth nip or two is not noticeable.
Color: Orange Tangerine
Fabric/Material:
Shell: Unmarked. Outer: Likely Wool
Lining: Unmarked. Likely Silk
SKU: 10338CL

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