1950s - 1960s Classic Camel Wool A-Line Coat - Sz. S/M

1950s - 1960s Classic Camel Wool A-Line Coat - Sz. S/MPLEASE be sure to read ALL of the additional FAQs and item info in the drop down menu below the item description before making your purchase. All SHIPPING OVERAGES will be refunded and group shipping options are always available. ***ALL SALES ARE FINAL*** No cancellations. DESCRIPTION: This vintage 1950s1960s camel wool coat captures the essence of classic sophistication. With its sharp notched lapels, clean button front design, and tailored

- PLEASE be sure to read ALL of the additional FAQs and item info in the drop down menu below the item description before making your purchase.

- All SHIPPING OVERAGES will be refunded and group shipping options are always available.

***ALL SALES ARE FINAL*** No cancellations.

DESCRIPTION: This vintage 1950s–1960s camel wool coat captures the essence of classic sophistication. With its sharp notched lapels, clean button-front design, and tailored silhouette, it reflects the refined style of an era when outerwear was both functional and undeniably chic. Crafted from luxurious camel wool, this coat offers warmth and durability while maintaining a polished look—perfect for elevating any outfit from day to evening.

HISTORY: Wool coats have long been celebrated for their warmth, durability, and natural water resistance. This design—with its notched lapels and straight, tailored silhouette—reflects the elegance of mid-20th-century fashion, particularly the 1950s and 1960s, when outerwear was synonymous with refinement. Premium fibers such as camel hair and cashmere were favored during this era, underscoring a commitment to luxury and craftsmanship.

Camel hair, sourced from the undercoat of the Bactrian camel, has been prized for centuries for its softness, insulating properties, and longevity. Its popularity in Western fashion peaked in the mid-20th century, when coats and suits made from this material became icons of sophistication.
This garment exemplifies that heritage, combining the richness of camel hair with British textile artistry and North American tailoring. Labels from Mills Brothers in Canada and Malicia Fashions Limited in Toronto, alongside the “Made in England” fabric tag, attest to the international collaboration that defined high-quality fashion of the period—a union of tradition, elegance, and global refinement.

DATE: Circa 1960s

CONDITION: This item is in overall excellent, gently worn, vintage condition.

CARE: Dry clean for best results

LABEL: Mills Brothers in Canada / Malicia Fashions Limited

MEASUREMENTS: I would call this a size S/M. In place of an actual shoulder seam there is a natural curve to this area. As usual please refer to the below measurements for best fit.

LAYING FLAT / NOT DOUBLED / NOT STRETCHED
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam width: Approx. 16 inches wide
Armpit seam to armpit seam width: 20.5 inches wide
Armpit hole length:  inches long
Sleeve length from cuff to shoulder seaming: Approx. 23 inches long
Waist width: 22 inches wide
Hip width: 24.5 inches wide
Length of garment from shoulder seam to hem: 39 inches long