Two Christian Dior Haute Couture Suits, 1989-2003

The twenty-five lots of Dior haute couture in this auction (Lots 46-70) represent the work of nearly every creative director at the House of Dior.

This lot consists of a two-piece pantsuit and a two-piece skirt suit. Four haute couture pieces total.

THE FIRST
Cream silk suit with pants and jacket. Jacket is made with a notched lapel, long sleeves, and a center front button closure. Pants are made with pleats into the waistband and a center front closure.
Label: Christian Dior Paris Printemps-Ete 1989

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 25451

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 15"

Chest: 35"

Waist: 34"

Hips: 40"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 23.5"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 33"

Pant
Label: Not labeled

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 25452 P 12

Approximate Measurements:

Waist: 28"

Hips: 21.5"

Length (side waist band to hem): 41"

Inseam: 29.5"

THE SECOND
Grey silk crepe suit with skirt and jacket. Jacket is made with broad shoulders, long sleeves, two hip pockets, and a center front that hangs open. The long skirt features vertical pleats at the sides and is closed along the waistband with hooks and eyes and a zipper.
Label: Christian Dior Haute Couture Paris

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 33393

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 14"

Chest: 39"

Waist: 38"

Hips: 40"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 31.5"

Property from a Private Collection, Arlington, Virginia

This lot is located in Chicago.