Incredible 1980s Givenchy Black Crepe Jacket w Pearl & Rhinestone Applique

In 1952, Givenchy founded his namesake house on Rue Alfred de Vigny in Paris and quickly rose to fame as one of the grand couturiers. 16 years later for the 1968-69 season, he added a ready-to-wear line of clothing and accessories called 'Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique'. The line was initially sold in the United States exclusively through Bergdorf Goodman stores and was eventually available at other retailers as well. The line was high-end and extremely well made. He launched this line to expand his customer base and it made to appeal specifically to his non-couture clients. This label continued until 1992. This jacket is a fantastic example of the elaborate work they would do under this label.

This is an absolutely gorgeous jacket that would fall under the time that Hubert de Givenchy was still designing for the label. It is made out of a black wool crepe that is light in weight but still has enough structure to hold the shape that you see. The shoulders are soft and rounded. They have light padding underneath and I love how there is no vertical seam where the arm attaches. Instead, it is done in the old Couture manner to slope out from the shoulder. The sleeves end just above the wrist. The jacket is meant to be soft over the bust with a little bit of fullness. It comes in slightly at the waist and then flares out with a small peplum around the hip. It is the embellishment on this jacket that makes it so special. The jacket is densely covered in creamy faux pearls in a variety of sizes. These have been applied with a heavy hand to curve over the shoulders and then slowly scatter down the jacket to the hem. Interspersed among the pearls are little prong set rhinestones. I love how these catch the light from every angle. To continue with that play on rhinestones there is a tiny string of them that details the seam of the waist. It is an extraordinary unusual little piece that is very well-made and just a wonderful thing to see. Excellent condition.

The jacket is fully lined in a black silk and it buttons down the front with five pearl buttons. Each shoulder has light rounded padding.

Sleeves: approx 20" and are 15" around the upper arm
Shoulders: no true define scene
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 23" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD4890

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