1960s Blue Velvet Metallic Gold Embroidered Turkish Mirror Detailing Mens Hippie Jimi Hendrix Style Vest

1960s Blue Velvet Metallic Gold Embroidered Turkish Mirror Detailing Mens Hippie Jimi Hendrix Style Vest

$378.00

A unique find indeed! Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison owned and wore identical vests.
See the 2014 Julien’s Auction for this exact vest owned by Jimi Hendrix here: https://www.julienslive.com/m/lot-details/index/catalog/124/lot/54034/

You can also see a photo of Jim Morrison wearing this vest here: https://pamelasusancoursonmorrison.wordpress.com/2013/09/03/jimbowl/ as well as his red version which is in a museum here: https://ago.ca/collection/object/2010/192

Info:
♥ Circa: 60s
♥ Label: None
♥ Color: Multi
♥ Condition: Very good/good vintage condition. Structurally sound and wearable. Patina to mirrors. Minor scuffs and wear to velvet, commensurate with age. Embroidery has pulls with some fraying to it in a few areas. Presents very well!

Details:
♥ Rare 60s era vest, as seen on Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix
♥ Lush blue hued velvet base with metallic gold embroidery throughout
♥ Little reflective round mirror accents
♥ Open front, no closures
♥ Interior lining
♥ Hidden interior pocket

Measurements:
*Taken with front material touching, open front allows for some flexibility.
Bust: 40”
Waist: 34”
Length: approximately 19.5”
Shoulders: 16” from edge to edge


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All garments are measured flat, then doubled for the bust, waist, and hips.
Every item is in vintage condition, with any flaws listed in the description. Please keep in mind slight signs of wear at times are inevitable, but we do our best to list and photograph any that we find.

Condition Chart:
Mint: As new, with absolutely no flaws or wear.
Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws.
Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
Good: Visible wear, minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
****Chart provided courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild. Use or display does not require or imply VFG membership.

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