Object: Ensemble
Brand:
Chloé
(French, founded 1952)
Designer:
Karl Lagerfeld
(1933 - 2019)
Date: c. 1976
Medium: Black cashmere and beige crepe de chine
Country: France
Credit Line: Gift of Lauren Bacall
Object number: 80.71.8
DescriptionEnsemble: overblouse in black cashmere with beige crepe de chine collar and lining; coordinating camisole and skirt
Label Text:This ensemble is evocative of women’s sportswear styles of the 1920s, which often featured pleated, knee-length skirts. The absence of ornamentation creates an understated look that highlights the garment’s ease. Lagerfeld’s choice of luxurious fabrics, however, is decidedly impractical for active sport.
Exhibitions:
- Sporting Life