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Up for sale is an incredibly unique piece of retro Americana!
This vintage brown Holloway coach\'s jacket features a fantastic, large graphics display on the back celebrating \"The Spaghetti Tree\" restaurant with the clever slogan:
\"There are 2 good places to eat: AT HOME and the SPAGHETTI TREE.\"
The graphic design leans heavily into whimsical mid-century typography and illustration.
The front features personalized, authentic vintage cursive chain-stitching that reads \"Ona\" right above the left pocket - making this piece one-of-a-kind.
A LITTLE BACKGROUND:
The name \"Spaghetti Tree\" traces back to the famous 1957 BBC Panorama April Fools\' Day hoax, in which broadcaster Richard Dimbleby narrated a three-minute segment showing a Swiss family \"harvesting\" spaghetti from trees. Hundreds of viewers called the BBC the next day asking how to grow their own spaghetti trees, and the BBC\'s official response was: \"Place a sprig of spaghetti in a tin of tomato sauce and hope for the best.\" The hoax became one of the most famous April Fools\' pranks in television history, and the name \"Spaghetti Tree\" went on to be adopted by Italian restaurants around the world.
This jacket is a rare piece of American restaurant advertising that taps into that same cultural moment - a fun, tongue-in-cheek nod to one of the most memorable media hoaxes of the 20th century.
FEATURES:
Authentic Vintage - True piece of nostalgic advertising wearQuality Construction - Made in the USA by Holloway, featuring their classic tagline \"One shell of a jacket\"Design - Full snap-button front, two hand pockets, classic pointed collarComfort - Fully lined with a cozy, cream-colored lightweight lining; perfect for spring and fall layeringCONDITION:
Pre-owned vintage condition. The nylon shell maintains a great sheen and color richness. Snap buttons are fully functional. The back graphic print remains incredibly vibrant with minimal fading or cracking.
Please review all photos carefully to evaluate cosmetic condition before purchasing.
ITEM SPECIFICS:
Brand: HollowayColor: BrownSize: MediumCountry/Region of Manufacture: United StatesItem Type: Coach JacketVintage: YesDecade: 1970s-80sCustomized/Personalized: YesLining Type: NylonClosure Type: SnapPattern: Graphic Print
