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

1960s Embroidered Turkish Mirror Detailing Velvet 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. Wear and some scuffs to velvet and embroidery, commensurate with age. Vest has been loved but has withstood the test of time!

Details:
♥ Rare 60s era vest, as seen on Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix
♥ Black hued velvet base with metallic gold embroidery throughout
♥ Little reflective round mirror accents
♥ Hook and eye closure on bottom of front interior, can be hooked or worn open
♥ Interior lining
♥ Hidden interior pocket

Measurements:
Bust: 34” when hooked close and material at front touches
Waist: 28.5” when hooked closed
Length: approximately 16”
Shoulders: 14.5” 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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