Product Details

Measurements: • PTP 24inches • Sleeve Length 26inches • Length (nape to hem) 32inches Late 1980s–early 1990s NYG New York Girl vintage coat. Made in the USA with an ILGWU union label using imported tweed fabric. Black wool-look tweed with purple, blue, and silvery-white woven flecks. Mandarin collar, no lapel, gigot sleeves with banded cuffs, button-and-loop closure. Fingertip-length, boxy car coat silhouette designed for layering. Clean polyester lining, no rips or tears. A polished, architectural late-80s piece that wears beautifully today. LONG HISTORICAL LISTING: This is an authentic late 1980s–early 1990s vintage coat by NYG New York Girl, a label known for producing fashion-forward, professional womenswear during the height of late-20th-century American tailoring. The coat was made in the USA under an ILGWU (International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union) label, indicating unionized American labor and quality-controlled construction. While the tweed fabric itself was imported, final garment production was domestic — a common and respected practice for higher-quality American brands of the era. The design reflects late-1980s architectural tailoring, featuring: A mandarin collar with no lapel for a clean, modern neckline Gigot (leg-of-mutton) sleeves balanced by a banded cuff Extended vertical seam lines running from shoulder to hem, front and back A boxy, fingertip-length car coat silhouette intended for layering over knits, suits, or dresses The tweed has a black base interwoven with purple, blue, and silvery-white flecks, giving subtle dimension and light-catching texture without reading flashy. Flat black buttons and loop closures keep the look streamlined and intentional. Fully lined in polyester and in excellent vintage condition, this coat is a wearable example of late-80s design that transitions effortlessly into a modern wardrobe. Condition: • Clean, intact lining • No rips, tears, or structural issues noted • Light, age-consistent wear only About the Brand: NYG (New York Girl) was a U.S.-based womenswear label active primarily in the 1980s and 1990s, producing polished, fashion-conscious pieces aimed at professional and urban markets. Known for structured silhouettes, quality materials, and modern detailing, NYG garments were designed to bridge classic tailoring with contemporary style — a balance clearly reflected in this coat.