“You know how to whistle, don’t you, Steve?”

You know how the rest goes.

Bacall was 19 when she said that to Bogie.

She stole the film.

And his heart.

She had “it.”

Others did too.

Hepburn. Bergman. Smart and opinionated beauties like them struck a chord with America because they weren’t caricatures.

Something called substance, grace, and style.

Comes from a time when being sexy didn’t mean obvious.

When mystery was actually mysterious. When icons were iconic.

The Knit Suit Jacket (No. 2838). Slightly nipped in the waist and flared at the hem for that classic 1940s look. 100% Merino wool. Double knit jersey on body and sleeves (gives the fabric more substance). The jewel neckline can be folded back depending on your strategy.

The four large buttons are real abalone shell.

Women’s sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL.

Colors: Black, Crimson.

Can (and should on occasion) be worn with…

The Knit Suit Skirt (No. 2840). Same iconic quality and feel as the jacket. Fully lined with an elastic waistband for easy fit. Moss stitch at hem for texture.

Women’s sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL.

Color: Black, Crimson.