Amazing Bright Turquoise Afghan Embroidered with Sheepskin.
I have never seen an afghan in this color.
Incredibly warm and cozy, as the whole inside is shearling
Hooks that go from top to bottom, with a hood to keep you warm
All embroidered flowers are intact
there are some variations in the suede and signs of use. There is one water mark on the right sleeve and some signs of use on the lower right sleeve. Please look at the photos I provided of the signs of use and see if they are acceptable to you. I find that they do not detract from the coat.
features a feminine tailoring fit and flare. not pinned on mannequin.
A little history on these coats;
This can fit a size 2/4/6, maybe an 8 US, but follow the measurements I provide, and remember that since it is all lined with sheepskin, that makes the fit about an inch or two tighter. Please keep this in mind when you consider what you are going to wear underneath.
38" around the bust
23" sleeve
46" length
34" around the waist
"The Afghan coat made its debut appearance onto the London fashion scene in 1966, as the swinging city began to turn its attention towards all things of eastern and asian influence. They were first imported by Craig Sams, who then sold them on through various boutiques such as Granny Takes a Trip on the Kings Road, the popularity of the coats increased rapidly after the Beatles had been photographed wearing them. The original imports from the Ghazni province (which is situated between Kabul and Kandahar) were incredibly beautiful and elaborately decorated with hand embroidery by the local artisans."
This is a coat in very good condition. It is however vintage, and sometimes (though rarely) I miss tiny flaws. In this case, there are signs of use on the turquoise suede--they do not bother me, but please zoom in to see the variations in the suede. I do not accept returns as a rule on size or tiny minuscule vintage flaws (like the kind you have to squint at or look under a magnifying glass). It is your responsibility to check the measurements.
I have never seen an afghan in this color.
Incredibly warm and cozy, as the whole inside is shearling
Hooks that go from top to bottom, with a hood to keep you warm
All embroidered flowers are intact
there are some variations in the suede and signs of use. There is one water mark on the right sleeve and some signs of use on the lower right sleeve. Please look at the photos I provided of the signs of use and see if they are acceptable to you. I find that they do not detract from the coat.
features a feminine tailoring fit and flare. not pinned on mannequin.
A little history on these coats;
This can fit a size 2/4/6, maybe an 8 US, but follow the measurements I provide, and remember that since it is all lined with sheepskin, that makes the fit about an inch or two tighter. Please keep this in mind when you consider what you are going to wear underneath.
38" around the bust
23" sleeve
46" length
34" around the waist
"The Afghan coat made its debut appearance onto the London fashion scene in 1966, as the swinging city began to turn its attention towards all things of eastern and asian influence. They were first imported by Craig Sams, who then sold them on through various boutiques such as Granny Takes a Trip on the Kings Road, the popularity of the coats increased rapidly after the Beatles had been photographed wearing them. The original imports from the Ghazni province (which is situated between Kabul and Kandahar) were incredibly beautiful and elaborately decorated with hand embroidery by the local artisans."
This is a coat in very good condition. It is however vintage, and sometimes (though rarely) I miss tiny flaws. In this case, there are signs of use on the turquoise suede--they do not bother me, but please zoom in to see the variations in the suede. I do not accept returns as a rule on size or tiny minuscule vintage flaws (like the kind you have to squint at or look under a magnifying glass). It is your responsibility to check the measurements.