Redingote coat in fine black silk faille; single-breasted; narrow waist, full skirt; below mid-calf length; notched collar, V-neckline; long roll-up sleeves; narrow waist at natural waistline; vertical front hip slip pockets with flaps; wide panniers; four pairs of small black faceted button details at back waist with additional pleating; three large black faceted button closures center front; black silk taffeta lining. Worn by Alva B. Gimbel (Mrs. Bernard F. Gimbel.)