Condition:
This late 1980s Shetland tweed waistcoat is in excellent vintage condition. There are no visible flaws; buttons, lining and pocket flaps are intact and clean. Professionally steamed and ready to wear.
Key Features:
- Material: Finest Shetland wool woven by Alexander of Scotland
- Colour: Warm mustard-gold tweed with green and red windowpane check
- Design:
- Fitted vintage waistcoat with seven-button front
- Angled flap pockets at the hip
- Satin back panel with full lining
- Classic British countryside tailoring, easy to layer over shirts or knits
- Brand: BK (est. 1922), using Alexander of Scotland cloth
- Era: Late 1980s to early 1990s
Background of the Brand/Fabric/Style/Era:
This waistcoat is produced using cloth woven by Alexander of Scotland, a respected Scottish mill specialising in premium Shetland tweeds known for their warmth, durability and distinctive colour blends. The garment itself is made by BK (est. 1922), a traditional British outfitter producing countrywear and heritage-style menswear throughout the late twentieth century.
The colourway and construction details — including the seven-button fastening, satin back, and structured pocket flaps — place this piece firmly in the late 1980s to early 1990s, when warm-toned tweeds became increasingly popular in rural and town-and-country fashion. A quality example of British tailoring using authentic Scottish textiles.
Size Information:
- Garment Measurements:
- Length: 50 cm
- Chest: 90 cm
- Waist: 82 cm
- Modern Sizing Equivalent:
- UK: Women’s 10 | Men’s 34
- US: Women’s 6 | Men’s 34
- EU: Women’s 38 | Men’s 44
- Model Reference: Model is 167 cm (5’6″) and typically wears UK size 8; the waistcoat is styled for a close, tailored fit.
Please note: Estimated modern size is for reference only. Customers should refer to the exact measurements provided above to ensure the best fit.
Materials:
Shell: 100% Shetland wool.
Lining: 100% acetate with satin finish.
Care Instructions:
Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Cool iron on reverse if needed. Professional dry clean only.
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