1996 Vivienne Westwood 'Storm in a Teacup' Tweed Velvet Asymmetric Jacket Suit

ID: 1003241

Size: extra small

Condition: excellent

A highly stylized and ultra rare Vivienne Westwood houndstooth Harris Tweed and brown velvet hourglass two-piece suit dating back to her iconic 1996 fall/winter 'Storm in a Teacup' collection. Vivienne Westwood is one of the most influential and recognizable British designers of the past 40 years. She began designing clothes in 1971 with the opening of her first shop, Let It Rock, at 430 King's Road. In 1976, her then lover and business partner, Malcolm McLaren, guaranteed her status among the stars when she dressed the Sex Pistols, the British band he managed, in clothes from the boutique. She was named British Designer of the Year, both in 1990 and 1991. The following December, she was awarded an OBE in recognition of her services to British fashion and in 1998 she won the Queen's Export Award.
This ultra chic ensemble is the perfect blend of drama and elegance, mixing historical menswear fabrics with seductive femme-fatale shape. Made from the finest satin-lined houndstooth Harris Tweed, the luxurious brown velvet trim gives the suit an ultra feminine allure. The incredible blazer features fantastic asymmetric pattern work, a flattering nipped peplum waist, and lean long sleeves. The golden buttons are etched with the iconic Vivienne Westwood logo orb. The matching high-waisted pencil skirt completes the perfect pin-up look. The combination of historical references, sex appeal, and exceptional craftsmanship makes this set a rare and noteworthy look that reflects the creativity of Vivienne Westwood.

Measurements
Blazer (marked a size 8)
Bust: 32-33 inches
Waist: 25 inches
Total Length: 19.5 inches
Sleeve Length: 25 inches
Matching Skirt
Waist: 24 inches
Hips: up to 35 inches
Total Length: 28 inches

This archival 1996 Vivienne Westwood two-piece is in beautiful condition with no rips, stains or discoloration. Jacket and skirt lined in gorgeous pale pink colored satin lining. A wonderful, wearable piece of iconic fashion history.