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A steamer coat of Connemara tweed
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A steamer coat of Connemara tweed
A grand steamer coat that would look equally well ashore - an important consideration when one does not want to be overburdened with luggage. Made of white, hand-woven Connemara tweed, it is half belted with big patch pockets from Studd and Millington from seven and a half guineas. Date: 1932
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Aboard Belted Coats Cruise Deck Half Millington Oct15 Smart Stylish Warm 1929 Liner
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Step into the golden age of travel with this elegant steamer coat from 1932, captured in a timeless photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online. The grandeur of ocean liners was at its peak during this era, and this Connemara tweed coat was the perfect addition to any stylish woman's wardrobe for a voyage across the Atlantic. The white, hand-woven Connemara tweed coat, priced at seven and a half guineas from Studd and Millington, was not only a fashion statement but also a practical choice. Its half-belted design and big patch pockets provided both warmth and convenience, making it an essential piece of clothing for a woman who did not want to be overburdened with luggage. The coat's classic design looked equally well ashore as it did aboard ship, making it a versatile and smart choice for any occasion. The woman in the photograph exudes an air of sophistication and style as she stands on the deck of the liner, her hat perched atop her head, ready to embark on her journey. The 1930s were a decade of glamour and luxury travel, and this steamer coat encapsulates the essence of that era. Whether you're setting sail on a real ocean liner or just dreaming of a bygone age, this coat is sure to transport you back to a time when travel was an adventure and fashion was an art.
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