1990s Thierry Mugler Brown Prince of Wales Check Silk Skirt Suit
This mid 1990s Thierry Mugler silk skirt suit is tailored to the defined contours that exemplified the designer's work throughout this era. The peplum-shaped suit jacket with shoulder pads draws in the waist and adds volume around the hips, emphasising and highlighting the feminine figure. The jacket has an asymmetric hem with a raised front and lower back. The front hem has two turned-up areas which sit like shallow pockets. The collar echoes this shape and curves from a raised collar behind the neck down into the lapels at the front. The fabric is an unusual pale brown and champagne Prince of Wales checked silk. The front is closed with two fabric-covered buttons which hide two snap closures and another hidden snap closure. The skirt is cut to a pencil silhouette with soft pleats. It fastens at the back with a hidden tonal zip and the signature angular tab that hides two snap closures. The jacket and skirt are lined in champagne silk. The famous pale blue label reads “Thierry Mugler Paris” and dates this piece to the late-1980s.
Made in France, both pieces is in superb vintage condition with no flaws of any note and the silk has a wonderful sheen and vibrancy. The label reads 100% Silk and the lining is 100% Silk. It has no size label so please check our measurements closely as there is no stretch. We estimate the suit is a best fit for sizes UK 6-8 or US 2-4 on account of the small waist measurement of the skirt. The jacket will accommodate sizes up to a UK 10 or US 6.
MEASUREMENTS JACKET
BUST - 40 in. (102 cm)
WAIST - 30 in. (76 cm)
HIP - 38 in. (97 cm)
LENGTH - 23 in. (58 cm)
SHOULDERS - 17 in. (43 cm)
MEASUREMENTS SKIRT
WAIST - 24 in. (61 cm)
HIP - 42 in. (107 cm)
LENGTH - 19 in. (48 cm)
Pickup available at CIRCA VINTAGE
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F.A.Q.
Will you set anything aside for me before I come?
We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website - please let us know a week in advance.
We also have an extensive offline collection. If you let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget, we can browse through our archive in advance of your appointment.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear when trying on garments from certain eras, especially the 1950s. Vintage clothing was often worn with undergarments that shaped the waist and as such is tailored for them.
We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look; many of which are also for sale.
You may also wish to bring your favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying on, or a pair in gold or silver.
Do you have a price range?
Many of our lower-priced pieces (under £150) are not available to buy online. Our prices range from £80 - £600 for separates. Dresses start at around £150 and go up to £2,500 for the very best antique pieces and designer vintage. Our bridalwear ranges from £300 - £3,000.
Can I bring anyone with me?
Yes but please do let us know the size of your party in advance.
Where can I get alterations?
We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
Do you have an after-care service?
We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage pieces and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
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Where's the showroom?
Our address is Circa Vintage, 87A Lansdowne Way London SW8 2PB
Upon arrival, buzz the 87A button on the gate or call us 020 7736 5038 to let you in.
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