This handsome demi-couture walking coat, or stroller, is from eminent American designer, Bill Blass. The coat has a very big windowpane plaid pattern in a double-breasted style (not function) with besom pockets and a hand-stitched lining, and dropped shoulders without shoulder pads. Based on the UNITE union label in the coat, we can date its manufacture to between 1995 and 2005. Its quality and expert workmanship would place it in the earlier years of this range, while Bill Blass was still at the helm of his company. In addition to the designer label, there is also a Saks Fifth Ave label in the coat. There should be a fabric label in the coat, but none is present. However, the shell is clearly wool. The whinsical dotted lining is also wool, and the sleeves are lined in hand-sewn black silk charmeuse. Labeled size 6; seems to run true to size considering the extra room that coats need to have to wear over other clothes. Please refer to the measurements for the best guidance regarding fit and compare with a similar garment that fits you.* NOTE: We have also listed an almost identical full-length overcoat in the same fabric but with a full silk lining. It's a size 10/12. If you're interested in the longer version, the item number is 225821546124. MEASUREMENTS - Dropped shoulder width is 20" - Underarm chest measurement is 41" - Waist and hips are also 41-42" - Sleeve length is 21.5" plus more from dropped shoulders. - Length is 33" down center back excluding collar. CONDITION New without tags in excellent condition with no apparent flaws. Please do not rely only on the size label or our estimated size to determine fit. For the best chance of a proper fit, compare the actual  measurements with those of a similar garment(s) that fits you. *Approximate measurements taken on exterior of garments unless otherwise noted. Stretchy fabrics and knits are fully relaxed when measured. Because different monitors display colors differently, actual color might vary somewhat from the color on your monitor.  PAYMENT Please make payments for auctions and 'best offer' purchases within two days. ebay will prompt you for immediate payment for Buy It Now purchases. SHIPPING We will ship your purchase via USPS within three business days after ebay clears your payment. If you are making multiple purchases at the same time, you can contact us to get an invoice with a reduced price for combined shipping. PLEASE READ RETURN POLICIES (if your purchase is eligible for return) - Follow ebay returns process only.  - Return item within seven days from receipt date. - Buyer pays all shipping costs. - No refund if our return label has been removed or detached (if present).  - Refund could be denied if garment shows signs of being worn, including perfume odor. - No returns for auction-style listings. - No returns for international sales.  CUSTOMER SERVICE We enjoy providing great customer service when you need us. We usually reply on the same business day when you contact us. If you have questions about an item, please send us a message through ebay before you bid or buy. If you have an issue with an item after you receive it, contact us immediately, and we'll work with you to fix the problem. VISIT MY ebay STORE FOR MORE CONTEMPORARY AND VINTAGE LUXURY APPAREL