Sonia Rykiel started in the fashion industry by necessity, she was pregnant and couldn’t find clothes to fit her especially sweaters. She went and got Italian fabric and had her friend knit her sweaters. Everyone loved them and she started making them and selling them in her husband’s shop in Paris. Known for her cutting edge designs that have refinement. This 3 piece suit is a great example of her work.. the elongated coat resembles an Edwardian frock coat. The coat itself is non fitted in navy blue . The pronounced shawl collar is trimmed in black. The trim is longer at the hem. The shirt is a basic sleeveless tee in blue with the black trim. The pants are wide but not bell bottoms and are high waisted with a flat front. The pants zip up to close. The belt is circular and is knotted on both ends it is more decorative for the jacket looks better open. Measures as follows Shoulders 15.5, Sleves 23.5, Armhole 8, Bust 36, Waist 28, Hips 38, Length of Jacket 38, Top 23, Pants 43 Excellent condition