VTG 1950s Beaded Blue Wool Cardigan and similar items

What You?ll Love About This Alexander?s Beaded Cardigan Soft powder-blue wool with gorgeous hand-applied beadwork ? the classic 1950s ?dressy sweater? era, perfect over swing dresses and circle skirts. Bracelet-length raglan sleeves give that distinctly midcentury silhouette (think diners, drive-ins rockabilly nights). Even with wear, it remains a collectible example of embellished post-war knitwear style. Condition Fair vintage condition with numerous moth holes throughout. Ideal for costume/stage use, display, or harvesting beads/trims for restoration. Structure remains intact. Fit Snapshot Marked size: none Approx modern fit: Women?s Medium (40" bust) Raglan sleeves + cropped length = classic 50s fit Provenance Note Sold by Alexander?s, the celebrated New York department store (est. 1928), famous for accessible but fashion-forward garments. Beaded wool cardigans were a wardrobe staple in the 1950s ? worn for date nights, holiday parties, and swing-dance evenings. Style Aesthetics ? rockabilly knitwear ? midcentury collectible ? sustainable vintage Styling Tips ? Costume-perfect with a circle skirt + seamed stockings ? Display on a dress form as part of a knitwear history vignette ? Salvage beads for 40s/50s garment restoration projects Measurements (laid flat) Bust (pit to pit): 20" (40") Shoulders: 16" Sleeve (underarm to wrist): 13" Length (underarm to hem): 13" Approx. Modern Size Conversion Women?s M Fit Guide Best for approx. 5?3?5?7, 120?140 lbs. Vintage knits may feel shorter and snugger than modern ones. Fabric / Materials Wool knit with glass bead embellishment Pop Culture Screen Style References Evokes the embellished cardigans seen in Grease, Cry-Baby, and 1950s diner/rockabilly wardrobes ? perfect for retro styling or costume design. Sustainability Note Choosing pre-1950s garments keeps textile history alive and prevents fast-fashion waste. 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, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. 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!