Jessica Ford wears a dark Ben Zuckerman suit accessorised by black high heels and white gloves.

Here we have a beautiful blue Ben Zuckerman coat, which dates from the late 1960's. It is very 'mod' in feel, but in a way suitable for a more conservative customer- the jacket is longer and the cut more forgiving than a mod coat meant for a young lady.

Photos courtesy of Mediocre Thrifter.

This Ben Zuckerman suit, in navy blue, dates from about 1955. It is a classic shape, with a straight skirt and a single breasted jacket, featuring gold buttons and a slightly fitted waist. 

It was worn by a well heeled lady with a prominent husband. This suit would have perfectly fit into her busy life.

This beautiful Ben Zuckerman suit is truly timeless. It was made in the early to mid 1960's but wouldn't look out of place today.

The style of this suit is very Jacqueline Kennedy during the White House years. It has many features that echo suits she wore- the simple skirt, the large, statement buttons and the 3/4 length sleeves. 

Photos courtesy of Shop Gathering Vintage.

 

What a pink dream of an outfit! Ben Zuckerman probably made this in the early 1960's. The dress is sleeveless and has a fitted waistband in navy. The jacket is single breasted with glass buttons and navy cuffs that give the impression of a navy blouse under the jacket- a very Chanel touch.
The colourway of this ensemble is very reminiscent of the suit worn by Jacqueline Kennedy on that tragic day in 1963, which mean it was likely made before that date.

Tilly Tizzani in tucked theatre suit of charcoal grey silk with white blouse of crinkled chiffon, by Ben Zuckerman, beret by Adolfo, photo by Hiro, Harper's Bazaar, February 1963.

Anne St. Marie wears a long jacket suit with pleated hip and calf belt in charcoal and black wool. This suit was sold at John Wanamaker, a luxury department store.

'Different now- texture: It's ingrained.'

This is a lovely Ben Zuckerman coat in light brown wool.

This is an amazing Ben Zuckerman ensemble in green tweed. If features a dress, long sleeved with a fitted waist and a 'belt' to the front. It's topped by a half cape style topper. This outfit is subtle but very stylish.

Simone d'Aillencourt in cape-cut coat, a round and gentle shape of rose wool fleece by Ben Zuckerman, hat by Lilly Daché, photo by Melvin Sokolsky, Harper's Bazaar, February 1961.

What a beautiful picture! It features a model wearing a Ben Zuckerman suit in a pale wool. The suit jacket has a boxy cut with short sleeves and is double breasted. It's perfectly accessorised by a lovely black poodle.

From the New York Times- 5 July 1965- 'A Master Tailor Evades Retirement'.
Ben Zuckerman is shown next to a model wearing one of his wonderful coats. Ben Zuckerman did in fact continue to work for another 2 years- retiring in 1968.

Georgia Hamilton in salt and pepper silk tweed suit scarfed in ribbed white silk by Ben Zuckerman, hat by Dior-New York, photo by Gleb Derujinsky, Harper's Bazaar, Feb. 1957.

This Ben Zuckerman suit, in heavy off white wool, dates from the late 1950's. It is double breasted with striking corde black buttons and a mandarin collar.
It was sold at Balliet's, Oklahoma City. Balliet's is a store that is still open today. It was founded in 1936 by Edna Balliet. It was known as a 'carriage trade' shop, meaning it catered to the city's wealthy families.

From the September 1952 Harper's Bazaar- a Ben Zuckerman coat on the cover worn by the incomparable Suzy Parker.

The coat falls just above the knees, and has a shawl collar and has a full skirt.

 

From Vogue, 1 February 1964- The snap of stripes. $275, adds fresh dimension to the Great White look now snowing steadily across the Spring fashion scene. It falls brilliantly into the line with new suit shapes- inclined to be close-kept yet easy, with soft yet meticulous detail. Here, the creamy whiteness of French wool flannel is crisped with oxford grey stipes and binding, done for us by Ben Zuckerman in Misses sizes. At Bergdorf Goodman.

Dating from the tail end of Ben Zuckerman's career- this is an interesting ensemble.
The skirt appears to be long, and at this point (1966) skirts were decidedly short. There is a double breasted vest and a jacket, accessorised by gloves. This outfit would have been perfect for a more mature lady who had no interest in miniskirts.

This is a gorgeous, summery Ben Zuckerman suit in a green and orange brocade. It has a simple skirt and a sleeveless jacket with green plastic buttons. This suit probably dates from the mid 1960's as it has a certain Jackie O feel to it. The suit was probably worn for cocktails or perhaps dinner.

Photos courtesy of Metro Retro Vintage.

This is a Ben Zuckerman coat, in ivory wool with a tight waist and full skirt. It is made from Anglo Fabrics- an American mill that produced very fine fabrics.

Here is a super feminine and very lovely Ben Zuckerman suit dating from February 1955. It is very fitted and is worn beautifully by model Anne St. Marie.

What a fantastic Ben Zuckerman ensemble! Made of a heavy wool in a pale colour, it consists of 3 pieces.
There is a slim fitting skirt and a top, perhaps short sleeved and self-belted. The outstanding piece is a cocoon shaped cape lined in a black fur with fur lapels.

This outfit dates from 1964- it's a formal ensemble, featuring a dress or a long skirt and top, and a double breasted jacket in heavy wool.
The model was photographed by David Bailey, one of the world's top fashion photographers.

This Ben Zuckerman suit dates from 1955. It is made of a dark wool- perhaps grey?- with a straight skirt and a long jacket.

Model Sondra Peterson wears a textured white matelassé theatre suit with matching mink trimmed jacket by Ben Zuckerman.

This is an undated Ben Zuckerman coat- it's a striking look.

The coat has an asymmetrical closure, and almost resembles a dress. The self belt adds flair. All in all, this is a lovely outfit.

This ensemble dates from 1961 and is worn by model Sondra Peterson, a top model of that era.
The dress is a long column made of Matelassé,  a weaving or stitching technique yielding a pattern that appears quilted or padded. Matelassé may be achieved by hand, on a jacquard loom, or a quilting machine. It is meant to mimic the style of hand-stitched quilts made in Marseilles, France. It is a heavy, thick textile that appears to be padded, but actually has no padding within the fabric. 

Model Anne Gunning wears a navy blue Swiss rayon crepe dress with a low neckline and it's own well shaped jacket.

Anne Gunning (1929- 1990) was an Irish model. She started as a house model for Sybil Connolly but rose to fame after appearing on Life Magazine in 1953.

This wonderful Ben Zuckerman suit dates from the late 1950's. It's made of a beautiful nubby wool in a pale pink shade. The jacket has wonderful cordé buttons in a matching pink, which add a decorative touch.

Photos courtesy of The Apricot Room.

From Vogue, March 1957- Dovima and Evelyn Tripp wearing coats Ben Zuckerman and hats by Mr. John.

This is a Ben Zuckerman coat that dates from October 1960. It is made of a brown dogtooth with fur lapels. The model wearing it is Lucinda Hollingsworth. She was a model well known in the 1960's who was well known for modelling for Revlon.

This wonderful suit dates from 1967- the penultimate year of Ben Zuckerman's career. It's a classic design, quite different from what many 'hippies' were wearing at that time.

'The thing about suit-blouses now: they're as beautifully cut as jackets, with a tailor's kind of precision in their shapes, seams, details. The blouse here- for a suit of clay-and-white herringbone tweed- ivory wool jersey, meticulously shaped with a perfect circle of binding at the neck, a narrow easy belt. Wool suit and blouse by Ben Zuckerman. At Bonwit Telller, Neiman-Marcus, I Magnin. Textured putty stockings by Berkshire. Jewellery by Tiffany. Adolfo hat. Be Natural Lipstick by Scandia.

New Spring Cycle- $265- of in-the-city-dazzle- opening with this creamy coat whose  new shapeliness is arrived at with gentlest persuasion. A soft flare, a casual tie-up at the waistline- and  the loving-care tailoring of Ben Zuckerman- all in imported petit pointe wool. Como blue, black or navy. Misses sizes, coats, third floor.