THIERRY MUGLER S/S 1996 Runway Yellow Silk Suit FR40

Name: THIERRY MUGLER S/S 1996 Runway Yellow Silk Suit FR40
Brand: Thierry Mugler
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

About the Item

Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: Spring Summer 1996 Fabric: 100% Silk Colour: Yellow Size: FR40 Made in France Thierry Mugler suit from his Spring Summer 1996 collection, shown on the runway in beige check. Made from 100% silk, this pale yellow version features a light textured surface that catches the light when worn, giving the piece a luminous presence. The jacket is sharply tailored through the waist with curved shaping at the hips, creating the sculpted silhouette Mugler became known for during the 1990s. Made specifically to have a more fluid fit - long turned-back cuffs and a fluid shawl collar offset the precision of the construction, balancing structure with softness. This suit combines strong architectural tailoring with a lighter, more elegant surface and silhouette. A rare runway variation from one of Mugler’s most recognisable periods, capturing the glamour that defined his 1990’s work. Size Information Marked Size FR40, best fits modern size EU 38-40 / US 6-8 / UK 10-12 Please refer to measurements for most accurate fit. Measurements: Jacket Shoulders 45cm Bust 45.5cm Waist 38 cm Length 63cm Skirt Waist 34cm Hip 50cm L56.5cm This Thierry Mugler suit is a vintage designer piece, it is in very good condition. Please note that there is a bit of light strain to the fabric where the lapel is sewn, this is not very obvious and only seen when inspected closely - please see last photo for reference. Please contact us with any questions.

Designer:
Thierry Mugler
Brand:
Thierry Mugler
Dimensions:
Marked Size: FR40 (EU)Bust: 17.92 in (45.5 cm)Waist: 13.39 in (34 cm)Hip: 19.69 in (50 cm)
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1990-1999
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. This Thierry Mugler suit is a vintage designer piece, it is in very good condition. Please note that there is a bit of light strain to the fabric where the lapel is sewn, this is not very obvious and only seen when inspected closely, see last photo.
Seller Location:
Berlin, DE
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2643229447972

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Thierry Mugler

Fashion as sculpture, as avant-garde expression, as spectacle: Thierry Mugler’s career pushed the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean.

Mugler, who went by Manfred in later years, founded his brand in 1973 with his first personal collection. By the late 1990s, he was more famous for his fragrances, thanks to the brand’s best seller Angel. But vintage Mugler dresses and gowns have recently returned to red carpets, worn by stars like Kim Kardashian, Cardi B and Hailey Bieber.

Mugler’s penchant for performance, drama and costuming came from his background in ballet, having danced as a teenager with the Opéra national du Rhin in his hometown of Strasbourg, France. In the 1980s and ’90s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, similar to those of his contemporaries Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix.

In one of Mugler’s shows, the then-pregnant legendary supermodel Pat Cleveland (part of the coterie of glamorous muses associated with designer Halston) was suspended from the ceiling and then glided down the runway surrounded by clouds of smoke.

Mugler would become known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. Recent years have seen Mugler’s archival designs, especially from his 1995 haute couture show, take center stage, coinciding with the resurgence of camp in fashion and the return of bodycon dresses.

The French cosmetics company Clarins SA acquired Mugler’s brand in 1997, and its founder stepped back from the label in 2002. The house’s roster of clients has included some of the most visionary figures in fashion, from David Bowie and Diana Ross to Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, and the founder’s influence on over-the-top fashion can be seen in the work of designers such as Jeremy Scott and Alexander McQueen.

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