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Tweed Plus Fours Suit
Tweed Plus Fours Suit
Tweed Plus Fours Suit
Tweed Plus Fours Suit

Tweed Plus Fours Suit

Retailer
Date1930s
Object NameSuit
Mediumwool, rayon and plastic
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsJacket Chest: 101cm
Jacket Back Length: 71.2cm
Waistcoat Chest: 100cm
Waistcoat Back Length: 47.5cm
Trouser Inside Leg: 68cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS013961
About MeTweed pus fours suit comprising short fitted jacket with lightly padded shoulders, matching waistcoat with six plastic horn buttons and loose fitting plus fours gathered to a deep cuff at the calf and fastened with buckle and tab. The term 'plus fours' is said to have derived from golf - a golfer who is first class would often be plus four in a handicap.