Condition:
Good vintage condition with minor age-related wear. Small pull near the hem and light fraying at the cuff (see photos). Fabric remains soft, stable, and fully wearable.
Key Features:
- Material: 50% Wool, 50% Acrylic
- Colour: Blue and beige large-scale check
- Design:
- Button-front cardigan with round neckline
- Matching pleated culottes for a coordinated set
- Soft, comfortable knit with Italian construction
- Style: Early 1980s casual Italian knitwear
- Brand: Sherry (Made in Italy)
Background of the Brand/Fabric/Style/Era:
Sherry was an independent Italian knitwear label active during the late 1970s and early 1980s, producing boutique-quality knit sets in soft wool blends. This ensemble reflects the era’s practical yet refined approach to everyday fashion — comfortable silhouettes, coordinated separates, and timeless check patterns designed for easy elegance.
Provenance – Doreen Willis Bailey:
This piece comes from the wardrobe of Doreen Willis Bailey, a Canadian-born TWA hostess in the 1940s–50s who later worked with the American government to promote international travel in the UK. Known for her cosmopolitan lifestyle and impeccable taste, she met many notable figures including JFK. Now celebrating her 100th birthday, Doreen remains a living link to a century of fashion and travel — her wardrobe offers a rare glimpse into a life lived with grace and elegance.
Size Information:
- Cardigan Measurements:
- Length: 67 cm
- Sleeve: 61 cm
- Chest: 114 cm
- Waist: 110 cm
- Modern Sizing Equivalent:
- UK 12
- EU 40
- IT 42
- US 8
- Model Reference: Model is 167 cm (5’6″) and usually wears UK 8; shown with a relaxed oversized fit.
Please refer to exact measurements for best fit.
Materials:
50% Wool, 50% Acrylic
Care Instructions:
Hand wash cold or dry clean professionally. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Lay flat to dry. Cool iron if necessary.
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