Miss Jill's Closet

The French Textile Mill That Redefined Luxury Outerwear

During the seismic cultural shifts of the late 1960s and early 1970s, fashion designers looked toward the future, embracing synthetic innovations that challenged traditional couture norms. At the epicenter of this textile revolution was Tissavel, founded in Neuville-en-Ferrain, France, in 1953. Widely celebrated as the world’s premier producer of high-end simulation fur, Tissavel spent decades perfecting weaving techniques that mimicked the dense undercoat and lustrous guard hairs of natural pelts.

Architectural Space Age Tailoring

This archival mid-length ivory coat from Miss Jill’s Closet captures the exact moment European textile artistry merged with late Mod and Space Age design. Tailored in Israel using imported French Tissavel fabric, the garment is constructed from a specialized blend of 63% acrylic and 37% cotton. The vertical faux-mink pelted striping elongates the silhouette, while the rounded Peter Pan collar nods to classic mid-century femininity.

What elevates this piece into true collector territory is its bold use of contrast textures. White faux-leather and vinyl paneling frames the front button placket, cuffs, and underarm gussets—a signature hallmark of Space Age outerwear documented in the FIT Fashion History Timeline. Paired with futuristic clear and silver-tone buttons, the vinyl trim provided both structural durability under the arms and a sleek, space-odyssey aesthetic.

Preserving and Styling Archival Synthetics

Because Tissavel engineered its textiles to resist matting and shedding, vintage garments bearing this prestigious mill label have aged with remarkable grace. The plush winter-white exterior and supple faux-leather trim remain vibrant decades later, complemented by a classic ivory satin lining. When adding late-1960s outerwear to your wardrobe, we always recommend consulting our archival vintage sizing guide to ensure the structured shoulders and mid-length proportions align seamlessly with your modern measurements.