Sielian's Vintage Apparel Blouses

Important and rare documented Spring/Summer 1991 black 'Dinosaur' silk jacket by Issey Miyake as presented on the runway. The twin of this jacket walked the runway in several colours and fabrics. Versions of it are part of various fashion museums worldwide such as The Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Powerhouse Collection of the MAAS Museum in Sydney. The linen model was photographed by renowned fashion photographer Irving Penn and is shown in the book "Irving Penn regards the work of Issey Miyake" published by Bulfinch. Please see the reference pictures and send us a note for a video sequence of the fashion show. Designed under the eye of Issey Miyake himself this stunning black silk jacket features a simple yet complex cut based on origami Japanese folding techniques. Both front and back are expertly pleated. Yet the star of this design are the long sleeves that are folded and pressed in such a way to create a zig zag line along the top of the sleeve which is reminiscent of a dinosaur's jagged back. The use of silk gazar is the perfect choice for this garment as the fabric combines qualities of delicacy with a gentle stiffness which is required to maintain the folded fabric form. The jacket is unlined and buttons up the center front. Labelled "Issey Miyake" and tagged a Japanese vintage size M. The jacket was purchased in 1991 by my couture client in Munich, Germany, and has not been on the market prior to this. Excellent vintage condition. Bust: 104 cm – 40.94" Waist: 82 cm – 32.28" Length: 53 cm – 20.87" Measurements for bust and waist are taken flat across from side seam to side seam and then DOUBLED. Modern Sizing Equivalent: S-M Reference Photos: 1-5: S/S 1991 Issey Miyake runway...

This is an absolutely gorgeous 1970s silver and gold metallic lurex crochet top from Loris Azzaro. This vintage short sleeve top has metal chain fringe...

Brilliant large 1970s I MAGNIN turquoise / teal blue rayon fringed piano shawl ! Paisley print in vibrant colors of fuchsia pink, purple, green and yellow throughout. Metallic gold ...

Circa 1930/1950 France Amazing evening or party jacket inspired by Amazone style, in brown silk satin with gold stylized patterns in volutes, feathers and panaches. This is a reuse of an older dress...

Chic early 70s LILLI DIAMOND black jersey marabou feather encrusted long sleeve cardigan top ! Features a tailored fit with buttons up the front center. Can easily be dressed up or d...

Rare 90s TODD OLDHAM boho hippie chic butterflies + flowers embroidered silk waist coat / vest! Tons of intricate hand embroidery throughout. Large ham...

This 1980's vintage Escada jacket is in red satin with pink satin trim and has long black velvet sleeves. The blazer has fabulous gold buttons with pink "dots" and front pockets tha...

This pretty vintage top from Oleg Cassini is covered with beautiful beads sequins. The beads and sequins form a pretty floral pattern in shades of green, gold, red, and purple.The t...

The perfect fall and winter sweater! 1990s ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY rich caramel brown wool turtleneck sweater! Smart tailored fit is stylish while keeping you warm. Super soft virgi...

Verheyen London Embroidered Sapphire Blue Shawl Scarf & Blue Mink Fur Verheyen London’s shawl is spun from the finest embroidered woven cashmere mix blend from Kashmir and finished...

This is a luxurious Yves Saint Laurent gold silk charmeuse vintage blouse from the late 1980's with an attached sash that can be tied into a knot or a bow and a separate sash belt th...

Circa 1830/1860 British India Company Rich turquoise pashmina scarf densely embroidered with harlequin palms, Indian production from Delhi in the 19th ...