Christian Dior Cream Leather Suit by John Galliano (SS 1998)
Christian Dior Cream Leather Suit by John Galliano (SS 1998)
Christian Dior Cream Leather Suit by John Galliano (SS 1998)
Christian Dior Cream Leather Suit by John Galliano (SS 1998)
Christian Dior Cream Leather Suit by John Galliano (SS 1998)

Christian Dior Cream Leather Suit by John Galliano (SS 1998)

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Curator's Note

This cream leather suit from the Spring/Summer 1998 pre-collection is an early example of Galliano’s interpretation of Dior’s New Look silhouette. The floral perforations and scalloped edges give the leather a broderie-anglaise effect. The high slit of the skirt reveals Chantilly lace beneath, which is a construction Galliano uses again in the Spring/Summer collection In a Boudoir Mood.

Description

A two-piece leather suit comprising a fitted jacket and mini skirt

  • Made from perforated eggshell-toned lambskin
  • All-over floral cut-out motif
  • Perforated flap pockets at the waist
  • Front hook-and-eye closures
  • Knee-length skirt with a deep front slit
  • Visible silk underskirt with ivory lace trim beneath the slit
  • Both pieces lined in ivory silk
  • Perforated scalloped hems to both the jacket and skirt

Size & Measurements

  • Labelled jacket size FR 36 and skirt size FR 38 (please refer to measurements for accurate fit) 
  • Measurements are taken with the garment laid flat:

    Jacket
    • Shoulder width 43cm
    • Chest 39cm
    • Waist 35.5cm
    • Length 53cm
  • Skirt
    • Waist 33cm
    • Hips 45cm
    • Length 50cm

Excellent

This garment is in outstanding condition with no or minimal signs of wear. Any flaws present are negligible and do not detract from the overall appearance or integrity of the piece.

John Galliano for Christian Dior

John Galliano was appointed creative director of Christian Dior in 1996, bringing fifteen years of theatrical, historically driven collections to the house. His references ranged across Marchesa Casati, Egyptian antiquity, the Belle Époque, Japanese geisha culture and the Parisian demi-monde, each season staged as a full narrative. Under his direction Dior tripled its turnover and produced some of the most collected ready-to-wear and haute couture of the era, including the iconic Saddle Bag.

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