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Welcome to Lulu Boop Vintage — where carefully sourced vintage and antique garments are preserved, reimagined, and offered a second life. Each piece is unique, carrying the quiet beauty of its past and waiting to be worn again with intention.
A charming vintage cropped jacket from the late 1940s to early 1950s featuring a delightful dragonfly novelty print.
The lightweight fabric has the soft drape typical of mid-century rayon textiles. The sky-blue background is decorated with delicate repeating dragonflies with white wings and darker bodies, creating a whimsical and elegant novelty print that became popular in post-war fashion.
The jacket features a wide notched collar, relaxed shoulders, and long sleeves finished with cuffs. Its cropped silhouette was designed to complement the high-waisted skirts, dresses, and resortwear that defined the late 1940s and early 1950s.
The jacket retains its original light shoulder pads, a typical feature of late 1940s tailoring that created the elegant structured shoulder line fashionable at the time.
Pieces like this were often worn as summer jackets, resortwear layers, or casual hostess jackets, perfect for throwing over a sundress or playsuit.
Today it styles beautifully with modern pieces — layered over a silk slip dress, high-waisted trousers, or vintage denim — making it an easy and charming vintage piece to integrate into a contemporary wardrobe.
The playful dragonfly motif reflects the fascination with nature that influenced textile design in the late 1940s. Dragonflies were often used as symbols of lightness and transformation, making novelty prints like this especially beloved by collectors.
Condition
Good vintage condition.
Minor signs of age consistent with a garment from the 1940s. The jacket retains its original shoulder pads.
Please review photos carefully as they form part of the description.
Measurements
All measurements are taken flat (in inches).
(1 inch = 2.54 cm)
Please compare with a garment you own for best fit.
• Armpit to armpit:16”
• Waist/End:18 1/2”
• Total length (shoulder to hem):15”
* Sleeve” 16”
Mannequin reference: Women’s Size Large
Bust 38.18” · Waist 31.1” · Hips 40.9”
⚠️ Please review measurements carefully before purchasing.
Fit & Sizing Notes
Vintage and antique garments do not follow modern sizing standards. Many were handmade or custom-tailored for one individual. Size tags, when present, are for reference only — measurements are essential. I’m always happy to assist with fit questions.
Condition & Care
• All pieces are vintage or antique and may show gentle signs of age
• Pre-1930s fabrics (silk, muslin, lace) are delicate and should be worn with care
• Garments are best worn with ease, not tension
Edwardian & Victorian considerations:
• Corset-era pieces often have very small waists with broader shoulders or hips
• Sleeves are frequently designed as ¾ length
• Buttons may vary due to age and period repairs
Shipping
• Ships within 1 business day
• International buyers: phone number required for delivery
• Import taxes and duties are the buyer’s responsibility
• All shipments are insured; assistance with claims is always provided
Accessories shown are for styling only and are not included.
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