Vintage Thierry Mugler Cotton Skirt Suit 2 piece Ensemble Size 42 Large 1980s

This is a striking 80s era suit or two piece ensemble by Parisian designer Thierry Mugler.  The silhouette of this type of structured suit became synonymous with the Mugler brand during the 1980s, and this is a very nice example.  The set consists of a top and skirt, both made of finely checked cotton, printed in blue and white intersecting lines.  The top has a round white standing collar, rather space-age looking, wide shoulders with large pads, an accented waist with flared peplum and over the elbow length raglan style sleeves.  It does up with two white snaps on the collar and eight silver snaps down the front of the jacket.  There is a centre box pleat at the front, with a slanted pocket at the left chest, while the back has a number of tucks at the waistline that give the jacket its structure.  The skirt follows the lower body silhouette, has a pocket built into either side and does up the back with nine silver snaps, the two at the waist being slanted in configuration.

Age: 1980s

Label: Thierry Mugler Paris Made in France  

Color: Red, green, blue, yellow with black trim

Material: Wool and cotton velvet

Sizing: Size 38 is indicated, which should be equivalent to a US size 8 (medium), but please rely on the following measurements for fit:

Jacket:

Sleeves:  18” from the collar seam

Sleeve inseam:  8”

Bust:  44” around

Waist: 30” around

Overall length:  23“, measured flat

Skirt:

Waist:  28”

Hips:  38”

Length:  24 1/2”

Condition:  It is in very good condition with no wear, tear, holes or odors - there may be the slightest bit of yellowing around the interior collar, but this is insignificant.  This suit has been very well cared for and stored over the years.  

This is a wonderful suit featuring sculpted design and attractive detailing - sure to be noticed!