1970s "Happy Legs" Disco Reversible Satin Jacket

1970s "Happy Legs" Disco Reversible Satin Jacket

$148.00

Absolutely incredible 1970s real satin shrunken bomber jacket that reverses to gold lamé. Features creme knit collar, cuffs, and waistband, fantastic large reversible brass zipper. Some discoloration on cuffs, but kind of perfectly worn…looks amazing with denim. Made by an original early 1970s New York disco label, Happy Legs (haha!), this piece belonged to one of the preeminent party girls of Lexington, Kentucky, Anita Madden, who was famous for her star-studded derby parties.

label: Happy Legs; Made in USA

measurements:

estimated modern size: XS to Small (shown unpinned on 5’8 model, 32” bust, 26” waist, 35” hip)

length: 19”

shoulder: 16”

sleeve: 23”

bust: 36”

waist: 28"

materials: Feels similar to the satin of 1940s sukajan bomber jackets

condition: Good to very good; some discoloration on knit collar and cuffs, a few minor spots, overall amazing for age, material, etc. Only adds to it’s charm!

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