Beautifully made and effortlessly elegant, this 1950s Lillie Rubin New York jacket embodies the refined glamour of mid-century fashion. Tailored in soft black wool and finished with a creamy genuine mink collar, it features three-quarter sleeves, covered buttons, and two front pockets—a thoughtful, functional detail that enhances its classic boxy silhouette. The jacket closes at the neckline with a discreet furrier hook-and-eye clasp, while the buttons serve as decorative accents. Designed to layer gracefully over a slim dress or blouse, it remains both practical and chic.
The early satin label reading Lillie Rubin, New York / Brooklyn, N.Y. dates this piece to the brand’s boutique years, when Rubin’s designs were prized for their understated luxury and fine construction.
Size: Vintage 10
Approx. Measurements (laid flat):
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18″ across, opening in the center with leeway – each front panel is 9″ across to the center from the side seam
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Length: 20″ shoulder to front hem
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3/4 Sleeve: 17 in
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The wool remains soft and structured; the mink collar is plush and supple, retaining its creamy tone. No noticeable flaws.
A timeless, collectible example of 1950s New York design—sophisticated, wearable, and beautifully preserved.
About Lillie Rubin – 1950s New York Elegance
Founded in the 1940s, Lillie Rubin quickly became known for its refined, feminine designs that captured the polish of mid-century New York style. During the 1950s, the label operated as an upscale boutique line, producing impeccably tailored suits, cocktail jackets, and evening pieces that blended simple sophistication with luxury materials such as wool crepe, silk, and genuine fur. Each garment reflected the understated glamour of the era—elegant, structured, and timeless. Early labels reading Lillie Rubin, New York / Brooklyn, N.Y., identify the brand’s boutique beginnings before it grew into a national name synonymous with classic American style.
