A striking example of early ’80s avant-garde tailoring, this sculptural jacket blends precision-cut structure with high-impact embellishment, embodying the era’s obsession with power dressing and futuristic elegance.
Crafted from a dense, fine-gauge synthetic with a subtle stretch, the main fabric has a sleek yet structured feel, ensuring a sharp silhouette while allowing for fluid movement. The shoulders feature defined volume, a signature look popularised by Thierry Mugler, Claude Montana, and early Jean Paul Gaultier, who pushed the boundaries of power dressing with bold proportions and innovative textile combinations.
The sheer lapels serve as the focal point of the design, featuring a dual-type embroidered motif in gold lamé and rich jewel tones. Not beaded, the embroidery is woven directly into the sheer fabric, creating a graphic contrast against the deep black base. This interplay of texture and sheen recalls the dramatic, opulent detailing favoured in early ’80s high fashion, where technical textiles met theatrical elements.
Cut in a longline silhouette, this jacket is designed to be worn open for a statement layered look, making it versatile for both sharp eveningwear and avant-garde styling.
Designed with a concealed hook-and-eye fastening, this jacket allows for flexible styling—worn open for a dramatic draped effect or fastened for a sleek, polished appearance. The voluminous sleeves and sculptural shape make it an effortlessly statement-making piece, while the option to cinch it with a belt transforms it into a striking dress silhouette. Whether styled as outerwear or a standalone garment, this jacket embodies the bold sophistication of 1980s couture.
Size and Fit
This piece is suitable for the following sizes, depending on your preferred styling.
UK: 8, 10, 12 14
US: 6, 8, 10 12
EU: 36, 38, 40 42
Measurements (in inches)
You can compare with a similar garment for the best fit; ideally, these measurements should be bigger than your own body measurements.
Bust: (Doubled) 40
Width/Waist: (Doubled) 40
Length: 35
Condition
Excellent—professionally cleaned and ready to wear.
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