Pantsuit
Brand
Carla Fernández
(Mexican, founded 2000)
Fall/Winter 2009
Grey and black striped wool and purple suede
Gift of Carla Fernandez / TallerFlora
Object number2009.48.1
The hand-cut, purple suede appliqué on this suit was based on intricate Aztec patterning from a Mexican cowboy (charro) costume. Carla Fernandez melded symbols of the Mexican Revolution—such as an ammunition belt—with fine tailoring to give this suit a modern look.
DescriptionGrey and black striped wool pantsuit consisting of waist length jacket with toggle front closure and traditional Mexican Charro applique in purple suede at shoulders and upper bodice, and self fabric ammunition belt extending from jacket collar across front bodice, and pants with matching applique down right and left side pant leg.Collections
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