Saks Fifth Avenue Jackets

Important and rare documented Spring/Summer 1991 black 'Dinosaur' silk jacket by Issey Miyake as presented on the runway. The twin of this jacket walked the runway in several colours and fabrics. Versions of it are part of various fashion museums worldwide such as The Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Powerhouse Collection of the MAAS Museum in Sydney. The linen model was photographed by renowned fashion photographer Irving Penn and is shown in the book "Irving Penn regards the work of Issey Miyake" published by Bulfinch. Please see the reference pictures and send us a note for a video sequence of the fashion show. Designed under the eye of Issey Miyake himself this stunning black silk jacket features a simple yet complex cut based on origami Japanese folding techniques. Both front and back are expertly pleated. Yet the star of this design are the long sleeves that are folded and pressed in such a way to create a zig zag line along the top of the sleeve which is reminiscent of a dinosaur's jagged back. The use of silk gazar is the perfect choice for this garment as the fabric combines qualities of delicacy with a gentle stiffness which is required to maintain the folded fabric form. The jacket is unlined and buttons up the center front. Labelled "Issey Miyake" and tagged a Japanese vintage size M. The jacket was purchased in 1991 by my couture client in Munich, Germany, and has not been on the market prior to this. Excellent vintage condition. Bust: 104 cm – 40.94" Waist: 82 cm – 32.28" Length: 53 cm – 20.87" Measurements for bust and waist are taken flat across from side seam to side seam and then DOUBLED. Modern Sizing Equivalent: S-M Reference Photos: 1-5: S/S 1991 Issey Miyake runway...

A fabulous black cashmere blend skirt and jacket with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. The double breasted jacket has a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifully, hip flap pockets and full long sleeves. The black straight skirt has an off white waist...

Thierry Mugler wonderful signature bold red form-fitting double-breasted with snaps two-piece skirt ensemble is detailed with top stitching as well as silver hardware "quotati...

Stunning Chanel houndstooth tweed jacket from the Fall 2007 07A - collection. Worn once and comes with spare button/fabric swatch. Made from super soft 90% cashmere navy and grey ch...

Presenting an incredible black sequin Gianni Versace pantsuit. From the Fall/Winter 1995 collection, this fabulous suit is covered nearly head to toe ...

Wonderful VINTAGE Chanel jacket from the casino collection of 1989 in size 40 (fr). Made in France, in tweed, with a silk lining ; in the colors white, black, blue and red. Dimension...

- Chanel white gathered bomber jacket from 1997 spring collection. - Ribbed details. - Gold hardware “Chanel” front zip fastening. - White and Gold “CC” button. - Two front f...

This is a fabulous vintage Thierry Mugler 2 piece skirt suit with a cinched waist blazer and a slim pencil skirt. The suit is in a strawberry red wool and is lined in cotton. The jac...

Take on the cold weather in style! Circa 1980s, this oversized jacket is made of soft purple dyed Mongolian lamb and features a tonal rabbit fur trim around the entire hem and cuffs....

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A gorgeous shirt or jacket from Antonio Berardi in solid black and black with white stripes silk cotton blend with a bit of stretch. It has lots of details- fabric roses and ruffles ...