VTG 50s Alexanders Beaded Blue Wool Cardigan and similar items

Vintage 1950s Alexander?s cardigan sweater in soft blue wool, beautifully detailed with delicate beadwork. Bracelet-length raglan sleeves give it that midcentury silhouette, making it a classic rockabilly-era piece. Condition Fair vintage condition. Numerous moth holes present. Best suited for costume use, display, or repurposing (beads and trims are intact and collectible). Provenance Note Alexander?s department store (New York, founded 1928) was known for bringing fashionable mid-tier garments to postwar shoppers. In the 1950s, embellished wool cardigans were a staple of women?s wardrobes, often worn over swing dresses or circle skirts. This example is a surviving piece of that trend, even with flaws. Style Aesthetics ? rockabilly knitwear ? midcentury collectible ? sustainable vintage Styling Tips Perfect as a costume or stage piece with a 50s circle skirt. Could be displayed as part of a midcentury knitwear collection. Beads could be harvested for 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: Women?s M. Fit Guide: Best for ~5?3?5?7, 120?140 lbs. Fabric / Materials Wool knit, glass beadwork. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1950s knitwear preserved, 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!