1950s–1960s

USA

A refined three-piece ensemble by Cardinalli, composed of a tailored black wool crepe jacket, matching A-line skirt, and coordinating sleeveless guipure lace blouse. The jacket features bow detailing, snap closures, and light pink silk satin lining, while the blouse is finished with a ruffled collar and small black bow tie at the neckline. Elegant, restrained, and highly polished, the set reflects the formal American wardrobe associated with Nancy Reagan’s public style, with documented provenance as an ensemble worn by the First Lady.

Designer:
Cardinalli

Provenance:
Worn by Nancy Reagan

Material:
Wool crepe jacket and skirt with silk lining; guipure lace blouse

Color:
Black and ivory

Size:
Blouse labeled 8

Details:
• Three-piece ensemble
• Black wool crepe jacket
• Matching A-line skirt
• Sleeveless guipure lace blouse
• Light pink silk satin jacket lining
• Bow details
• Snap closures
• Ruffled blouse collar
• Black bow tie detail at neckline

Measurements (approximate):
• Jacket sleeve length: 23.5 in
• Jacket bicep: 12 in
• Jacket length, center front: 16.25 in
• Jacket waist: 31 in
• Blouse bust: 36 in
• Blouse waist: 30 in
• Blouse hip: 36 in
• Blouse neck: 16 in
• Blouse chest: 17.25 in
• Skirt waist: 27 in
• Skirt length: 27 in

Condition:
Very good vintage condition. One interior tag notes “damaged,” suggesting the garment may have originally been a sample. A small pen mark is present on the inner lining of the jacket and is shown in photographs.

Provenance:
The Valerie von Sobel Collection

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