Vintage 1970s Vuokko Suomi Finland coat in sleek black polyester velvet with vertical channel topstitching. Features a front of glossy enameled snaps, side-seam pockets, and a full satin lining. Minimalist yet dramatic, this timeless coat embodies Scandinavian modernist elegance. Condition Excellent vintage condition. Clean, with only normal velvet crushing from storage/wear. Provenance Note Vuokko Nurmesniemi, a principal designer for Marimekko before launching her own label in 1964, was celebrated for bold shapes, graphic simplicity, and Scandinavian modernist design. Vuokko Suomi Finland pieces are highly collectible, with her coats in particular embodying the clean-lined silhouettes that made Nordic fashion globally influential in the 1960s?70s. This black velvet example is both wearable and a coveted designer vintage find. Style Aesthetics ? Mod minimalist glamour ? Vuokko Scandinavian design ? Velvet modernist coat ? Collectible designer outerwear Styling Tips Pair with tall boots and a turtleneck for chic 70s style. Wear over a gown for minimalist evening drama. Ideal for collectors of Scandi design or retro couture. Measurements (laid flat) Bust: 40" Waist: 44" Hips: 48" Shoulders: 16.5" Sleeves (underarm): 16" Sleeves (shoulder): 22.5" Length (shoulder to hem): 42" Marked Size: 38 Approx. Modern Size Womens Medium?Large (Bust 38?42 / Hips 46?48) Fit Guide Best for approx. 5?6?5?9, 135?160 lbs. Fabric / Materials Polyester velvet with vertical channel stitching, enameled snap front, side seam pockets, polyester satin lining, Vuokko Suomi Finland label, 1970s Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? collectible Vuokko coat, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!