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Lot 56

Two Designer Suits: One Armani Skirt Suit, One Armani Jacket, One J. Mendel Pant, 2000-20s

Lot 56

Two Designer Suits: One Armani Skirt Suit, One Armani Jacket, One J. Mendel Pant, 2000-20s

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $300 - $500

Estimate$300 – $500

Status

Closed

Two Designer Suits: One Armani Skirt Suit, One Armani Jacket, One J. Mendel Pant, 2000-20s

This lot includes one pant suit and one skirt suit.

THE FIRST
Black silk double breasted peplum jacket with flounce lapel, set in long sleeves, and double front button closure; paired with matching black silk paneled skirt.
Label: Armani
Size Label: Jacket 16, Skirt 8

Approximate Measurements:
JACKET
Shoulders: 17.25"
Chest: 37"
Waist: 35"
Hips: 37.25"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 22.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 33.5"

SKIRT
Waist: 33.25"
Hips: 38.25"
Length (side waist band to hem): 20.5"

THE SECOND
White silk jacket with v-neckline, set in long sleeves, two faux double welt pockets, and a single button front closure; paired with matching white silk pleated pants.
Label: Giorgio Armani Jacket / J. Mendel Pants
Size Label: Jacket 36 / Pants 4

Approximate Measurements:
JACKET
Shoulders: 13.75"
Chest: 30"
Waist: 29.25"
Hips: 34.75"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 31.5"

PANTS
Waist: 27.75"
Hips: 35.75"
Length (side waist band to hem): 41"
Inseam: 31.25"

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good with only minor discoloration along the neckline. The skirt has no visible marks.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is good. The jacket has a few spots throughout primarily on the right shoulder, the left armscye, and the right mid panel. There is also slight soiling in the lining around the armscyes. On the pants, there is a very faint mark on the front of the left pant leg by the hem. On the lining, there is a soiled spot on the back right leg by the waist band, the back left leg by the hem, and down the front left leg by the inseam. There is also minor soiling by the crotch seam.

Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email us with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.

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Please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

timothylong@hindmanauctions.com 312.334.4222

Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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Fall Fashion & Accessories

Two Designer Suits: One Armani Skirt Suit, One Armani Jacket, One J. Mendel Pant, 2000-20s

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